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Bean Soup With Ham and Greens

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By Diana Rattray, About.com

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Ingredients:

  • 1 can (15 ounces) Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 8 ounces diced cooked country ham or honey ham
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup chopped trimmed mustard greens or spinach
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, depending on saltiness of ham and chicken broth

Preparation:

Heat the olive oil in a heavy stockpot or kettle over medium-high heat. Add the diced ham, onion, garlic, and thyme. Stir well to combine and saut&eactute; for about 7 minutes, or until the onion is tender and translucent but not browned. Add the drained beans and chicken stock; simmer for about 20 minutes. Add the greens and simmer for 8 to 12 minutes, or until greens are tender and wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serves 4 to 6.
Serve with freshly baked cornbread or corn muffins.

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