Made with AI
15 Bean Soup with Ham
Ingredients
- 15-bean mix1 pound
- ham1 pound
- onion1 medium
- garlic2 cloves
- carrots2 medium
- celery stalks2 stalks
- diced tomatoes14,5 oz
- paprika1 teaspoon
- cumin1 teaspoon
- chili powder1 teaspoon
- bay leaf1 leaf
- chicken broth6 cups
- olive oil2 tablespoons
- saltto taste
- pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the 15-bean mix thoroughly and soak them in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- 2
Drain and rinse the beans again before cooking.
- 3
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add the diced ham to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Stir in the soaked beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), paprika, cumin, chili powder, and bay leaf.
- 7
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- 9
Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if needed to keep the beans submerged.
- 10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy your 15 Bean Soup with Ham!
