Description
Warm up with this delightful Comforting Ham Bone Soup, a perfect blend of savory ham, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Each spoonful offers a rich, flavorful broth that evokes memories of home and family gatherings. Ideal for chilly nights, this soup not only nourishes the body but also warms the soul. Serve it with crusty bread for a truly comforting experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 meaty ham bone (with some meat attached)
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups diced Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate the ham bone, diced potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and chicken broth into the pot. Bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat to low.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for at least one hour to meld flavors.
- Remove the ham bone; shred any remaining meat back into the soup. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg