Name: Ham Bone Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 600 min
Total time: 620 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: . Broth; 1 piece leftover ham bone; 7 cups water ((1.5L)); 20 whole peppercorns; 2 leaves bay leaves; 4 cloves garlic ((minced)); . Soup; 5-6 slices bacon; 1 small onion ((diced)); 2 ribs celery ((chopped)); 1 medium zucchini ((chopped)); 2 pieces carrots ((peeled and diced)); 1 piece russet potato ((peeled and diced)); 2 cans great northern beans ((rinsed and drained)); 1-2 cloves garlic ((minced)); 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes; to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups leftover diced ham ((225g))

Welcome to a heartwarming bowl of Ham Bone Soup, perfect for cozy evenings! This recipe combines the rich flavors of ham and vegetables into a comforting dish that’s sure to please.

Your Favorite Comfort Dish

With every bite, you'll savor the depth of flavor that a ham bone brings. It's like a warm hug in a bowl!

Cooking Made Easy

Using a slow cooker makes this dish so simple. Just set it and let it do the work while you relax!

Ingredients

Instructions

Slow Cooker (see notes for stovetop option):
Step 1

Place the ham bone, water, peppercorns, bay leaves, and garlic in the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6-7 hours (or overnight) or HIGH for 3.5 hours.
Step 2

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove to a plate. Remove some of the grease from the pan, then add chopped onion, celery, zucchini, carrots, and potato and sauté for a few minutes.
Step 3

Remove ham bone and take off any meat. Add ham, sautéed veggies, bacon, and remaining ingredients to the broth in the slow cooker. Taste and add seasonings as needed. Cook on LOW for 2 more hours, or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 350, Fat: 15g, Carbs: 30g, Protein: 25g

Cooking techniques

Slow cooking is the star here, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully over time. If you're short on time, you can adapt the recipe for the stovetop, just simmer everything until tender!

Variations or substitutions

Feel free to swap in your favorite beans or vegetables based on what you have on hand. Any leftover meats can make a delightful addition!

Storage tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the soup for up to 3 months—just thaw and reheat when you're ready to enjoy it again!

Notes

For a stovetop version, follow the same steps but cook in a pot over medium heat, making sure to stir occasionally.