A hearty, comforting soup with flavorful ham, creamy beans, and tender vegetables—perfect for cozy meals!Ingredients✔ 8 cups chicken or turkey stock ✔ 1 leftover ham bone ✔ 2 cans (14.5 oz) white beans (Cannellini, Great Northern, Pinto, or Red Kidney—drained and rinsed) ✔ 2 cups diced peeled potatoes (or 2 small-medium potatoes) ✔ 3 cups chopped ham ✔ 1½ cups diced celery ✔ 1½ cups diced baby carrots ✔ 1 cup chopped onion (or 1 medium onion, diced) ✔ ½ tsp dried thyme ✔ 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ✔ ½ tsp garlic powder ✔ Salt & black pepper, to tasteInstructions:Step 1: Prepare the Broth✔ Place stock & ham bone in a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat & cover. ✔ Simmer for 1 hour—it’s okay if the ham bone isn’t fully submerged.Step 2: Prep Vegetables✔ About 20 minutes before removing ham bone, chop carrots, celery, onion, and potatoes. ✔ Dice potatoes last to prevent browning—if prepping earlier, keep them in water until ready.Step 3: Build the Soup✔ Remove ham bone from the pot, turn heat to medium-high. ✔ Stir in vegetables, olive oil, thyme, garlic powder & black pepper. ✔ Cook for 15 minutes, until veggies start softening. ✔ Add beans & chopped ham, cook for 5 more minutes. ✔ Adjust salt to taste—add 1–2 cups of water if needed to replenish stock.Serving & Storage Tips✔ Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers. ✔ Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. ✔ Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months—thaw & reheat when needed.
White Bean And Potato Soup
