Green Bean Ham and Potato Soup
Looking for an easy green bean ham and potato soup recipe? This delicious soup is perfect for using up leftover ham and works wonderfully with store-bought options too! It’s loaded with healthy vegetables and protein, making it a great choice for a cozy fall meal. The classic flavors of sweet potatoes and green beans will warm you up on chilly days.
Equipment
- a large pot or Dutch oven
Ingredients
- 12 oz ham, (cut into small bite pieces)
- 12 oz diced sweet potatoes, (½-inch thickness) peeled
- 10 oz diced yellow onion
- 5 oz chopped green beans, (about 1 cup)
- 1 garlic clove, (minced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large Thyme sprigs
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and black pepper, (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat some butter over medium-high heat. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and diced yellow onion. Sauté for about 6 minutes until they start to soften. Add garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced ham, thyme, green beans, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Just before serving, remove the thyme and bay leaf.
Notes
Cooking time. The cooking time depends on the type of stove, pot, and the thickness of your vegetables. Check them after about 10 minutes of simmering. Adjust the cooking time as needed to prevent undercooked or mushy potatoes and green beans.
Adjust Seasoning: Since ham can vary in saltiness, start with less salt and adjust to taste. It’s easier to add salt than to fix an overly salty soup.
Refrigerate: Store the soup in the refrigerator if you plan to eat it within 3 to 4 days. Make sure the container is sealed tightly to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 13gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 670mgPotassium: 389mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 6256IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
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