HAM AND BEAN SOUP WITH COLLARD GREENS

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If you happen to have a ham bone leftover from a roasted ham, cover it with water and simmer it with an onion and a bay leaf to make the stock for this rich, meaty soup. But if not, chicken stock works well, too.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or bacon fat
1/2 pound diced cooked ham (about 2 cups)
2 large white onions, finely chopped
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups ham stock or chicken stock
4 1/2 cups (2 14½-ounce cans) cooked pinto, red kidney or pink beans
1 large bunch collard greens, leaves only, thinly sliced (8 cups)
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Hot sauce (optional)
Sour cream or whole milk Greek yogurt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil or bacon fat. Add ham and cook until beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer ham to a bowl.
  • Raise heat to medium-high and add remaining 2 tablespoons oil or fat to the pan. Add onion, celery, jalapeño peppers, bell pepper, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt and the black pepper; cook until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently. (Add a little water, if necessary, to prevent burning on the bottom of the pot.) Stir in garlic and cook another 2 minutes.
  • Add stock, beans, collard greens, reserved ham and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, party cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add parsley, vinegar and more salt to taste. Serve topped with hot sauce and sour cream if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 294, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1051 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

Rana Ubaid (Jani king)
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I'm not a huge fan of ham, but I love this soup. The collard greens and beans add so much flavor and texture.


Ahmed Samy
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of ham and collard greens. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Logic Jacob
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Naeem gujjar
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a really affordable meal.


dorian
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually add a little bit of extra garlic and onion to give it a bit more flavor.


Zikou Jx
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's packed with nutrients.


Touhid Tv
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. It's flavorful, filling, and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Riad Islam
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my kids.


Yunos Shah
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I've never made ham and bean soup before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The soup turned out great and my family loved it!


Mubarek Oumer
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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of ham and collard greens. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Giorgi Barjadze
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I'm a big fan of this soup. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


Karen Eisenberger
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This soup is so easy to make and it's really versatile. I've added different vegetables and meats to it, and it always turns out great.


Raymond Rishama
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper to give it a little kick.


rynos makgobatlou
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a really affordable meal.


Tabassum Megha
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Mohamed Yahffa
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the collard greens add a nice touch of color and nutrition.


Jakeita Robinson
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I'm not a huge fan of ham, but I love this soup. The collard greens and beans add so much flavor and texture.


Taylin Smith
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use canned beans and ham, so it's a really quick and easy meal.


shakera smith
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of collard greens. It gives the soup a nice, hearty flavor.


Bilal Nohrio
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Made this tonight and it was a hit with my family !