Ham & Bean Soup

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 1 c. dried navy beans
• 8 c. water, divided
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3/4 c. cooked ham, cubed
• 1 t. chicken bouillon granules
• 1 t. dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/4 t. peppe

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from www2.gooseberrypatch.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine beans and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for one hour. Drain and rinse beans; return to pan. Add remaining water and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours, or until beans are tender. Discard bay leaves. Using a fork, slightly mash some beans against the side of the saucepan to thicken soup.

Makes 4 servings.