It’s officially soup season, and I’m SO ready for it! This easy Ham and Bean Soup is loaded with tender canned white beans, colorful veggies, and savory chunks of browned ham, all in a thick, creamy broth (made without any actual cream or dairy). It’s a great way to use up leftover holiday ham, but I certainly don’t wait for a holiday to make it! I use just 8 basic ingredients plus a few seasonings to make this hearty, easy , budget-friendly soup, and it’s ready in less than an hour!

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“This is excellent. I added leftover chopped up asparagus and four cups of the chicken broth. If ham is not an option smoked kielbasa is great too. I topped the soup with mozzarella an smoked parmigiana cheese.”

Julie W

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