Ingredients and Weight:
- Ham: 500 grams
- White Beans: 400 grams
- Chicken Broth: 2 liters
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Carrots: 2 medium, chopped
- Celery: 2 stalks, chopped
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
- Fresh Thyme: 1 sprig
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 hours
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, ham, white beans, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and fresh thyme.
- Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 2 hours.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup in bowls and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the following nutritional information is an estimate and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
- Calories: 500-600 per serving (depending on the amount of ham used)
- Protein: 30-40 grams per serving
- Fat: 20-30 grams per serving (mostly from ham)
- Carbohydrates: 30-40 grams per serving (from beans and broth)
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is rich and hearty, perfect for colder weather.
- The combination of ham and white beans creates a creamy and flavorful soup.
- It is easy to customize with additional vegetables or spices.
User Comments:
- "This soup was delicious! The combination of ham and white beans was unexpected but very tasty."
- "I made this for my family on a cold winter night and they loved it. It was so comforting."
- "I added some bay leaves and rosemary for extra flavor, it gave the soup a great depth of taste."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality ham for best results.
- If you want to make the soup more creamy, you can add a can of coconut milk during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- This soup is great for leftovers, so make sure to make enough for second servings!
