HAM 'N' CHICKPEA SOUP

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Chock-full of ham, vegetables, chickpeas and orzo, this hearty soup is loaded with good-for-you flavor. Linda Arnold sends the recipe from her Edmonton, Alberta kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup cubed fully cooked lean ham
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion in oil for 3 minutes. Add the ham, garlic, rosemary and sage; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Drain orzo; stir into soup. Add chickpeas; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 1015mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Ava Crews
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I can't wait to try this soup. It looks so delicious!


UzaiR VloggeR
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This soup is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and budget-friendly. What more could you ask for?


Zubeda Eshery
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I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this soup. The ham and vegetables balanced out the flavor of the chickpeas perfectly.


Ghulam Muhammad
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I love that this soup is made with simple ingredients. It's a great way to get a healthy meal on the table.


Julia Nava
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a budget-friendly meal.


Thulara joseph
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I've never had ham n' chickpea soup before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorites.


Bahadur Chand
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This soup was just what I needed on a cold night. It was warm, comforting, and delicious.


Tonmoy Ahmed
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I'm definitely making this soup again. It's so easy and delicious.


Khaleel Ahmed
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Wow!


Charles Peterson
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Not a fan. The soup was too thick and the chickpeas were undercooked.


zohaib yousaf
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the ham and chickpeas add a lot of flavor.


Craig Jessica
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The soup was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Batamuriza Sarah
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this soup was to make. It came together in no time and the results were delicious.


Amirul Mia
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This ham n' chickpea soup was a hit with my family! The broth was flavorful and the chickpeas added a nice texture. Definitely a keeper!