15 Bean Soup With Ham | Easy Recipe | Hot Soup | The Southern Mountain Kitchen

ham hock

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey ham offers a leaner option while smoked sausage is often more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon cubes can create a flavorful base at a lower cost.

The night before, soak the 15 bean mix in water until ready to use.

Drain the soaked beans and set them aside.

Chop the medium onion into small pieces, ensuring they fit on a spoon.

Cut the leftover ham into small pieces (1.5 to 2 cups).

Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Add the chopped onion and 0.5 cup of frozen green and red bell peppers to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.

Add 1.5 tablespoons of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring to avoid scorching.

Add the chopped ham to the pot and mix it with the vegetables, cooking until warmed through.

Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to temperature.

Add the drained beans to the pot and mix well with the other ingredients.

Heat 2.5 cups of hot water in the microwave for 2.5 minutes and then add it to the pot.

Cover the pot and reduce the heat slightly, cooking for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.

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