HOW TO MAKE BEAN SOUP WITH HAM BONE RECIPES

Steps:

• Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate.
• Add the carrots, celery and onion to the pot. Stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute. Drop in the ham bone and bay leaf. Cover with 8 cups water and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in the cabbage and simmer 30 minutes. Add the beans and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in the kale and simmer until soft, but vibrantly green, about 15 minutes. Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste). Add lots of pepper and a dash of hot sauce or vinegar. Serve with crumbled bacon on top.

Steps:

• Prepare dried beans by soaking them in cold water for 8-10 hours, then drain and rinse. (I do this the night before).
• In large pan heat oil and sauté celery, carrots, onions and garlic until tender.
• Add chicken stock, ham bone and ham. Transfer to larger pot if necessary.
• Add beans, parsley, thyme and pepper.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 2-3 hours.
• Chop up large pieces of ham before serving