Ham and Bean Soup

Name: Ham and Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 225 min
Total time: 240 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) dried navy beans; 5 quarts (4.7L) water, divided; Kosher salt; 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large yellow onion (12 ounces; 340g), roughly chopped; 2 small carrots (6 ounces; 170g), peeled and roughly chopped; 2 celery ribs (5 1/2 ounces; 155g), roughly chopped; 2 medium garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 sprigs flat-leaf parsley, plus finely chopped parsley leaves and tender stems for garnish; 1 bay leaf; 2 1/2 pounds (about 2 large; 1.1kg) smoked ham hocks; Freshly ground black pepper

Prep 15m

Cook 3h 45m

Total 4h

This delicious and hearty ham and bean soup is a comforting classic. Made with tender navy beans, smoked ham hocks, and a flavorful mix of vegetables and herbs, it's a satisfying and nourishing bowl of goodness. Enjoy it as a warming meal on a chilly day.