ZESTY HAM AND BEAN SOUP

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I had some ham left over from another meal and wanted to use it up, so I went to the pantry to see what kind of a soup I could throw together. The following recipe is what I came up with, and if I say so myself, it came out hearty and delicious! You may of course use different kinds of beans or spices as well as frozen carrots and/or canned tomatoes, but I prefer to use fresh ingredients when I have them on hand. Enjoy!

Provided by St. Louie Suzie

Categories     Ham

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 one-cup servings, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
5 small shallots, chopped small
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 lb ham, chopped small
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
2 large carrots, chopped small
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 dashes cayenne pepper
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup cheese, grated (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large soup pot or dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add shallots and garlic and cook until beginning to brown, then stir ham into the pot.
  • Add all canned ingredients, then the carrots and all the spices.
  • Reduce heat to low and cover pot for one hour.
  • Add chopped tomatoes and continue to heat on low for 15 - 20 minutes.
  • Serve in bowls and top with shredded cheese if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2205.2, Fat 53.3, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 117.9, Sodium 6442.8, Carbohydrate 310.5, Fiber 78.8, Sugar 26.7, Protein 144.5

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