Pioneer Woman Ham and Bean Soup Recipe
This particular recipe, inspired by the Pioneer Woman, is one of my go-to favorites.It’s straightforward and satisfying, filling your kitchen with the most delightful aromas.One thing I can’t emphasize enough is the importance of simmering the soup long enough for all those flavors to meld together beautifully.Don’t forget to add a bit of fresh parsley right before serving—it brightens up the dish perfectly.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ham diced
- 1 lb Dried White Beans
- 8 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Carrots chopped
- 1 cup Onion diced
- 1/2 cup Celery sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Soak the dried beans overnight in water.
- Drain and rinse them before starting your soup.
- In a large pot, sauté the carrots, onion, and celery until they’re tender.
- This should take about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until it’s fragrant.
- Throw in your ham and let it brown slightly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the soaked beans, bay leaves, and black pepper.
- Bring it to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1 to 2 hours until the beans are soft.
- Remember to stir occasionally.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving.
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