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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 240 Minutes |
Ready In: 255 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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This is a classic bean soup made with smoked ham hock or with a left over ham bone - inexpensive and serves up a crowd. Ingredients:
1 smoked ham hock (ham bone) |
1 lb navy beans (socked according to package directions) |
1 1/2 cups onions (chopped) |
1 1/2 cups carrots (chopped) |
1 cup celery (chopped) |
3 tablespoons garlic (minced) |
2 teaspoons kosher salt |
1 teaspoon black pepper |
3 cups ham (chopped) |
2 bay leaves |
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley |
5 sprigs fresh thyme |
1 sazon con azafran seasoning |
14 ounces diced tomatoes (optional) |
Directions:
1. In large pot add 1 tsp of olive oil - bring to medium high heat and add onion, celery, garlic and carrots - cook till onions become clear. Add beans and allow to cook for 5 minutes stirring frequently.
2. Add ham hock or bone and cover with water. Bring to a boil add salt, pepper, thyme and bay leaves. Cook till beans are tender. Approximately 2 - 3 hours.
3. Add ham meat, parsley and tomatoes (optional). Allow 30 minutes to reduce and serve.
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