Ham, Bean, and Potato Soup
Description
This ham, bean, and potato soup made with leftover ham, creamy white beans, potatoes, and aromatic vegetables will warm your soul on a cold winter day.
Ingredients
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1 pound dried great northern beans
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1 pound cooked ham, diced
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1 (10 ounce) ham bone
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1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
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2 large onions, chopped
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4 stalks celery, sliced
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1 bouquet garni
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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water to cover
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3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
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2 medium carrots, sliced
Directions
1
Place beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight.
2
Strain and rinse beans. Place beans into a large stockpot with ham, ham bone, tomato sauce, onions, celery, bouquet garni, parsley, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Cover with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3
Reduce the heat and simmer for 2 hours. Add potatoes and carrots; continue to simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Season with more salt if necessary. Remove ham bone to serve.