Are you looking for a delicious and hearty soup recipe? Look no further! This ham and bean soup is the perfect comfort food to enjoy on a cold winter day or night. With a combination of tender beans, flavorful ham, and a variety of veggies, this soup is not only tasty but also easy to make.

Leftover Ham or Ham Steaks

No worries if you don’t have leftover ham. This recipe works well with ham steaks, which you can easily find at your local grocery store. Alternatively, you can purchase thick-cut deli ham, which works just as well. So go ahead and whip up a batch of this soup using any type of ham that you prefer.

Soaking the Beans

Yes, you will need to soak the beans before cooking. The traditional method is to soak the beans overnight. However, for this recipe, we have a quick soak method that only takes a little over an hour. Simply put the beans in a pot, cover them with hot water, and bring to a boil. Let them boil for 2 minutes, then cover and let them sit for an hour. Rinse the beans and add them back to the pot with the rest of the ingredients. It’s that easy!

Ingredients

To make this delicious ham and bean soup, you will need the following ingredients:

• 16 oz bag of Great Northern beans
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cups carrots, chopped (approximately 3 carrots)
• 2 cups celery, chopped (approximately 4 stalks)
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons of butter
• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 1 ham hock (or diced leftover ham)
• 2 cups of diced leftover ham
• 1 teaspoon of pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of Slap Ya Mama® seasoning (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon of thyme leaves
• 4 cups of vegetable broth
• 4 cups of chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour

Instructions

1. Clean any debris or rocks from the beans and add them to a large stock pot.
2. Cover the beans with hot water and bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Boil the beans for 2 minutes, then remove from heat, cover, and let them sit for one hour. Drain the beans.
4. While the beans are soaking, heat oil and butter in a large skillet. Add carrots, celery, and onions. Saute until tender, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and saute for an additional minute.
5. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stir, and cook for another minute. Remove from heat.
6. Add the ham hock (or diced leftover ham) to the stock pot.
7. Pour in the vegetable broth, chicken broth, beans, diced ham, and sauteed vegetables.
8. Sprinkle with seasonings (pepper, salt, Slap Ya Mama® seasoning, and thyme leaves), stir, cover, and cook over low flame for approximately 2-2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
9. Remove the ham hock from the pot. Remove the ham from the bone and add it back to the pot. Stir.
10. Serve this delicious ham and bean soup with a side of homemade cornbread or bread and butter.

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful soup that will warm you up and make your taste buds happy!

We hope you enjoy making and savoring this delicious ham and bean soup. Happy cooking!

Bonus Recipe: Farmer’s Casserole

Farmer’s Casserole is a delicious way to start the day! It’s a fantastic breakfast that mixes great ingredients in each bite! My mother brought this recipe with her when they came to visit for Thanksgiving, and we prepared it on their last morning. It was a big hit with everyone!

Ingredinet

3 cups hash browns, frozen
34 cup monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
1 cup cubed cooked ham 14 cup finely chopped green onion 4 thoroughly beaten eggs
1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
14 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 teaspoon of salt

Directions

Grease 2 quart rectangular baking dish.
Arrange potatoes in an equal layer on the bottom of the baking dish.
Top with cheese, ham, and onions.
Combine the milk, eggs, and seasonings in a mixing bowl.
Serve with potatoes and cheese.
Refrigerate for the night.
Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until set.