Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cups diced, cooked ham
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 (15-oz each) cans great northern beans, not drained
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instruction

  • Place a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil.
  • Once the oil is shimmering, add the carrots, celery, and onions. Cook until the vegetables are starting to soften.
  • Add the ham and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the chicken broth, beans with their liquid, and the can of tomatoes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Let the soup simmer for 10 minutes, or until heated through.