Leftover Hambone Soup
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4.9
Leftover Hambone Soup
Description
Leftover Hambone Soup starts by simmering a ham bone in water to extract a deeply savory stock that forms the base of the soup. The stock is then combined with sautéed garlic, onions, carrots, and potatoes, which soften and infuse the broth with sweetness and earthiness. White kidney beans and corn kernels add texture and subtle sweetness, complemented by fresh thyme and bay leaves that lend gentle herbal notes. Diced ham is stirred in last to warm through, distributing meaty flavor throughout. The soup offers tender vegetables and a rich, fragrant broth that brings out the smoky nuances from the ham bone. Its balance of ingredients creates a comforting and practical meal that utilizes leftovers efficiently.
Serve the soup hot as a standalone hearty dish or paired with crusty bread to soak up the broth. The composition makes a nourishing lunch or dinner, especially when repurposing ham leftovers.
Ingredients
- 1 ham bone leftover
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrot peeled and diced
- 1 russet potato peeled and diced
- 1 cup white kidney beans drained and rinsed, canned
- ¾ cup corn kernels frozen
- ¾ teaspoon thyme fresh leaves
- 2 bay leaf
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 ½ cups ham leftover, diced
Instructions
- Place leftover hambone in a large stockpot or Dutch oven and add enough water to cover the bone halfway, about 6-7 cups. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until very fragrant, about 30 minutes to 1 hour; set aside ham stock and discard hambone.
- Heat olive oil in the large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, carrots and potato. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in ham stock, beans, corn, thyme and bay leaves; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes. Stir in ham until heated through, about 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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