Ham and Bean Soup
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| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Prep time | 2 hrs |
| Cook time | 4+ hrs |
| Source | Taste of Home |
| Yield / serves | 18 servings (~4 1/2 qts) |
| Rating | Good |
Ingredients
- 1 pkg (20 oz) 15-bean blend
- 5 qts water, divided
- 1 lb fully cooked ham, cubed
- 2 smoked or precooked bratwurst links, sliced
- 1/2 c chopped onion
- 1/2 c chopped celery
- 1/2 c sliced carrots
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 T Worcestershire sauce
- 1 t dried basil
- 3/4 t salt
- 3/4 t pepper
- 1/2 t dried marjoram
- 1/2 t hot pepper sauce
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (4 oz) chopped green chilies
Preparation
Rinse beans; place in Dutch oven with 3 qts water. Bring to a boil for 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour.
Drain and rinse beans. Return to pan; add remaining water and next 13 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until beans are almost tender. Add tomatoes and chilies; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes.
