This comforting soup is packed with tender shredded ham, creamy butter beans, and a savory broth. It’s simple, filling, and perfect with a piece of crusty bread on the side.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked ham, shredded or chopped
- 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans or lima beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cups chicken or ham broth
- 1 cup water, as needed
- 1 small carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon flour, optional, for a slightly thicker broth
- Crusty bread, for serving
Step-by-Step Instructions
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