Best Ham and Bean Soup

Best Ham and Bean Soup
a cook in a restaurant years ago, this was the best-selling soup. One taste and your family will agree it's a winner!

Ingredients of Best Ham and Bean Soup
* 3/4 pound fully cooked ham cubed
* 1 medium onion chopped
* 2 cloves garlic minced
* 2 Tablespoons Butter
* 2 cans (16 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and; drained
* 3 cups chicken broth
* 2 cups water
* 1 cup peeled diced potatoes
* 3/4 cup diced carrots
* 3/4 cup diced celery
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper
* 1/2 cup frozen peas
* 2 Tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Preparation of Best Ham and Bean Soup
In a 3 quart saucepan, saute ham, onion and garlic in butter until onion is tender. Add the next seven ingredients; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add peas and cook for 5 minutes. Add parsley and serve.

Category: Winter Season Food