White Bean Soup with Ham

Name: White Bean Soup with Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1 lb smoked ham, diced; 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 bay leaf

A hearty Louisiana inspired soup combining creamy white beans, savory smoked ham, and aromatic Cajun spices.

45 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 lb smoked ham, diced
2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed
4 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 diced green bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until soft.
3

Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Add 1 lb diced smoked ham, 2 cans rinsed cannellini beans, 4 cups chicken broth, and 1 bay leaf.
5

Bring soup to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until flavors combine and ham reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
6

Remove 1 bay leaf and serve warm.

Questions

How long does White Bean Soup with Ham keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double White Bean Soup with Ham?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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