HAM, BEAN AND SWISS CHARD SOUP

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Ham, Bean and Swiss Chard Soup image

I saw a similar recipe made on TV and tried to duplicate it in order to use up an abundance of Swiss chard that I got from the farm this summer. We have been enjoying it regularly, so I thought I would share it here.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Ham

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 slices bacon
3 -4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, diced
8 ounces cubed ham
red pepper flakes, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 large bunch swiss chard, stems chopped, leaves thinly sliced
32 ounces low sodium chicken broth
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can roman beans (do not drain or rinse) or 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cranberry beans (do not drain or rinse)
1 (15 ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes (undrained)
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
grated parmesan cheese, to taste

Steps:

  • Fry bacon slices over medium heat in a Dutch oven or soup kettle, then remove and drain on paper towels. Saute garlic, onion, carrot, and Swiss chard stems in bacon grease until soft, then add ham, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Add Swiss chard leaves and saute until they are wilted.
  • Add chicken broth, Roman beans and tomatoes. Stir together, increase heat and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 30 minutes. Add hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Crumble bacon slices and add to soup. Stir in Parmesan cheese to taste.

Jailani Khan
[email protected]

This soup was easy to make and very filling. I will definitely be making it again.


Mercy Chebet
[email protected]

I added a cup of chopped carrots to this soup and it was delicious! I think it added a nice sweetness to the soup.


Nilam Chhetri
[email protected]

I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. I just threw all the ingredients in and let it cook on low for 8 hours.


Ahmad Baniata
[email protected]

I'm not a fan of ham, so I used turkey bacon instead. It was still delicious!


Nageshwar Yadav
[email protected]

I didn't have any Swiss chard, so I used spinach instead. It turned out great!


HK HRIDOY KHAN
[email protected]

I found this soup to be a bit bland. I think I would add more spices next time.


JESS HELMS
[email protected]

This soup was a bit too salty for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I would use less ham next time.


Simelia Babie
[email protected]

I loved this soup! It was hearty and flavorful, and the Swiss chard added a nice touch of bitterness.


Md farhan Ahmod
[email protected]

This soup was delicious! The flavors of the ham, beans, and Swiss chard blended together perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Zayyaan Subratty
[email protected]

This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of ham, beans, and Swiss chard. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Asim Rubbani
[email protected]

I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how flavorful and delicious it was. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Jessica Kilgore
[email protected]

This soup was a hit with my family! The ham and beans provided a hearty base, while the Swiss chard added a pop of color and nutrition. I also loved the addition of the thyme and parsley, which gave the soup a delicious herby flavor.