Description
Warm your soul with this comforting Ham Bone Soup, a delightful blend of tender ham, fresh vegetables, and rich broth. Perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings, this easy recipe transforms leftover holiday ham into a flavorful dish that everyone will love. Enjoy every spoonful as it brings back cherished memories of home and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ham bone (with some meat attached)
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cups carrots, diced
- 2 cups celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced carrots and celery; stir occasionally until softened.
- Incorporate minced garlic and sauté for another minute before adding the ham bone.
- Pour in chicken broth until everything is submerged; add thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and cover; let simmer for 1-2 hours until flavors meld.
- Remove the ham bone, shred any remaining meat, and return to the pot. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg