Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cups cubed ham
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups carrots (diced)
  • 2 cups celery (diced)
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) white cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 3 cups chicken broth (more if needed)
  • 2 cup half and half
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup half and half
  • Parsley

Instruction

  • Place a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat.
  • Next, add olive oil, once hot add the cubed ham and brown for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the diced onion, stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, dried parsley, and oregano. Stir and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add carrots and celery, stir and cook for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add rinsed beans, season with salt and pepper. Add chicken broth, half and half, and bay leaves. Stir and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes.