NEIGHBORHOOD HAM AND BEAN SOUP

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The flavors in this bean soup remind me of the bean soup my grandmother used to make on our farm in Ohio when I was a young girl. I love to make it during the winter months -- it doesn't last long. My daughter is now making it for her family as well. Maybe it's called "Neighborhood" bean soup because the neighbors love it when I make it -- it's a wonderful soup to share with special friends. It is great served wtih a nice piece of hot corn bread. I can't remember exactly where I found the recipe -- but I'm glad I have it and I hope you will feel the same.

Provided by Bobbie

Categories     Ham

Time 6h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups dried great northern beans
5 cups chicken broth (low sodium is best)
3 cups water
1 large meaty ham bone (I use 2 or 3 smoked ham hocks)
2 -3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon dried savory
1 medium onion, chopped
3 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped (I also put in a handful of the chopped celery leaves)
1 large potato, cut into cubes (optional, but very good)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2".
  • Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain.
  • Add broth, water, ham bone, bouillon and seasonings; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours (I find I usually add at least an hour to this).
  • Sauté' onions, carrots and celery in oil; add to soup along with cubed potato (if using).
  • Cover and simmer 1 hour longer.
  • Debone ham and cut into chunks; return to soup.
  • Skim fat (I find I don't have any to skim).
  • I like to mash some of the beans once they get soft. My total cooking time is more like 6 hours than 4 hours.
  • Great served with corn bread.

Virk Virk
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This soup is delicious! I love the flavor of the ham and beans. It's also very easy to make.


Samishka Singh
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and it's so easy to make.


Sammy K.
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and it's so easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Azre Williams
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family. It's so hearty and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Rana Talha
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This soup is delicious! I love the flavor of the ham and beans. It's also very easy to make.


claribell Read
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and it's so easy to make.


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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and it's so easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


mary marubayashi
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family. It's so hearty and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Farrukh Zaman
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This soup is delicious! I love the flavor of the ham and beans. It's also very easy to make.


Nabeel
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and it's so easy to make.


Salami Qudus
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and it's so easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Thembalethu Junior
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family. It's so hearty and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Jelly Playz
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This soup is delicious! I love the flavor of the ham and beans. It's also very easy to make.


Qandagha Hadil
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and it's so easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


TotallyNotT_aylan
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so hearty and filling. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Shakil Shah
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I made this soup last night and it was delicious! I used a smoked ham hock and it gave the soup a wonderful flavor. I also added some chopped carrots and celery to the soup and it was a great addition. I will definitely be making this soup again.


MycalaHopkins0
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


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