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Prosciutto and Bean Soup

Prosciutto and Bean Soup a delicious Italian comfort soup, perfect to keep out the cold.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 50 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 162 kcal
Course: Main Course , Soup
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped prosciutto
  • 2 cups beans (¾ cup dried soaked overnight or 8-12 hours)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1-2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 cups tomato puree (passata)
  • 3 cups water or half broth
  • ½-1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 prig fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1-2 pinches hot pepper flakes
  • 1-2 pinches salt (if needed)

Instructions

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  1. In a medium pot add prosciutto cubes fill with water to cover and cook on medium for approximately 10 minutes, drain. I do this to remove some of the salt if extremely salty.
  2. In a large pot add the olive oil, garlic, puree, water, oregano, basil, hot pepper flakes, prosciutto and beans. Stir to combine bring to a boil lower the heat and cook until beans are tender and soup has thickened. If needed add more water. Taste for salt, salt if needed. Serve with crusty Italian bread, Enjoy!

Notes

  • Yes, you can, but I would only substitute half the amount called for with broth otherwise your soup may be too salty. Use 1 ½ cups vegetable broth and 1 ½ cups water. Less sodium broth can also be used.
  • Tomato puree is a liquid, but dense product, it is obtained by removing the pulp from raw or cooked tomatoes. It is sold worldwide and is available in most supermarkets. Of course it can also be produced at home.
  • Store: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. 
  • Freeze: You can also freeze this soup! Cool completely then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, reheat on the stove or microwave and enjoy. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 162kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 45mg (2%) Potassium 621mg (18%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 445IU (9%) Vitamin C 10.1mg (11%) Calcium 38mg (4%) Iron 3.4mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 162

% Daily Value*

Calories 162kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 45mg 2%
Potassium 621mg 13%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 445IU 9%
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11%
Calcium 38mg 4%
Iron 3.4mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.