Savory Ham and Vegetable Soup
This comforting ham soup features a rich, smoky broth, tender ham pieces, and soft vegetables. The key cooking methods include simmering for flavor development and slow-cooking vegetables to enhance their natural sweetness. The final texture is hearty with a balance of savory and smooth flavors, perfect for a warming meal.
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Calories: 260kcal
Cost: $15
Servings: 6 bowls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 piece ham bone with some meat on
- 2 cups diced ham cooked
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped carrot
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.2 tablespoons olive oil
- Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until transparent.1 cup chopped onion
- Add chopped carrot and celery, continue to sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.1 cup chopped carrot, 1 cup chopped celery
- Place the ham bone into the pot, and pour in chicken broth.1 piece ham bone, 4 cups chicken broth
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Remove the ham bone from the pot; shred any meat from the bone and add it back to the pot.1 piece ham bone
- Stir in diced ham, salt, and black pepper to taste.2 cups diced ham, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot.
Notes
This soup is a great way to use leftover ham. Adjust salt based on the saltiness of the ham and broth.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 850mg | Potassium: 400mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 2mg