Smoked Ham Soup with White Beans

Smoked Ham Soup with White Beans
Smoked Ham Soup with White Beans might be just the main course you are searching for. This gluten free and dairy free recipe serves 8. One serving contains 394 calories, 27g of protein, and 13g of fat. Head to the store and pick up thyme, garlic cloves, ham hocks, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the salt you could follow this main course with the Apple Turnovers Recipe as a dessert. 1 person found this recipe to be yummy and satisfying. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. It is perfect for Autumn.

Instructions

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Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes.
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Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour.
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Drain.
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Heat oil in pan over medium heat.
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Add onion; cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
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Add garlic, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
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Add drained beans, broth, and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 2 1/2 hours or until beans are tender. Discard bay leaves.
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Remove ham hocks with a slotted spoon, and cool slightly.
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Remove meat from bones; discard fat, gristle, and bones. Shred meat with 2 forks.
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Place 1 cup of bean mixture in a blender; process until smooth. Return pureed bean mixture to pan; stir until blended. Stir in meat.
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Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score36
Dish TypesSoup
OccasionsFallWinter
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