Hearty Bean Soup

Discover the perfect hearty bean soup, a comforting blend of savory flavors and wholesome ingredients. Easy to make and packed with nutrition, it's a one-pot wonder for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

200 g white beans
150 g ham, cut into small cubes
1 onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 liter vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1 tsp dried thyme
to taste salt and pepper
a little tbsp olive oil

Equipment

Large pot
Knife and cutting board
Measuring cups and spoons
Wooden spoon or spatula
Serving bowls

Method

In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot, stir, and cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cubed ham, mixing everything together and cooking for 2 minutes.
Add the white beans, vegetable broth, bay leaf, and thyme to the pot, stir, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, remove the bay leaf, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This hearty bean soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. For added flavor, a splash of white wine can be added after sautéing the onions.