Dutch Oven Ham and Bean Soup {tomato based}
Rich, hearty, and delicious, this tomato-based Dutch Oven Ham and Bean Soup will be a family favorite and is a great way to use leftover ham.
Servings: 8
Calories: 364kcal
Equipment
- 5 quart Dutch Oven or larger
Ingredients
- 1 ham bone
- 1 cup celery diced, about 3 ribs
- 1 cup onions diced, about one small
- 1 cup carrots diced, about 3 large
- 15 oz can diced tomatoes with juices
- 32 oz low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 tbsp granulated garlic
- 1½ tsp dried oregano 3 tbsp fresh
- 1½ tsp dried thyme 6-8 sprigs fresh
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 15 oz tomato sauce 8 oz for lighter tomato flavor
- 4 cups ham diced or cubed
- 45 oz cannellini beans drained and rinsed (3 cans)
- 6 oz tomato paste OPTIONAL
Instructions
- Add the ham bone, vegetables, diced tomatoes, herbs/seasonings, and liquid (broth and water) to the Dutch oven.
- Boil for 20 minutes and then discard the ham bone.
- Add the tomato sauce and return to a low simmer.
- If using tomato paste to thicken, slowly add a tablespoon or so at a time until the broth reaches the desired thickness.
- Add the ham and bean and return to a low simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Can I used dried beans instead of canned?
Yes about 1.5 cups of dried beans. After sorting and soaking your beans, you’ll need to boil with the ham bone for about 2 hours. During the last 20 minutes of that boiling time, begin the recipe by adding the vegetables.
There’s no salt listed, is that an error?
No. Between the ham and the canned ingredients, this dish can be salty all on it’s own. However, sometimes it does need salt. Taste the broth during the cooking process and add salt to taste as needed.
Can I use water and bouillon instead of broth?
Yes, we do this often. We prefer Knorr’s granulated chicken bouillon. Make sure you start with 8 cups of water and add as much bouillon as per the package directions and/or to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 1732mg | Potassium: 904mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3361IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 166mg | Iron: 7mg
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