JAMAICAN HAM AND BEAN SOUP

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"Island vacation in a bowl" might be the best way to describe this hearty soup. A splash of lime juice and a hint of jerk seasoning add tropical taste. -Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2 cans (16 ounces each) vegetarian refried beans
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
1 can (7 ounces) white or shoepeg corn, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/2 cup salsa
1 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup lime juice
Sour cream and lime slices

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in the ham, refried beans, broth, corn, chiles, salsa and jerk seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally., Stir in the olives and lime juice; heat through. Garnish servings with sour cream and lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 2211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Boy Romun
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This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day.


abo bakar prince
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I've never made Jamaican ham and bean soup before, but this recipe made it easy. The soup turned out great and I will definitely be making it again.


White Bird
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This soup is a must-try for any fan of Jamaican cuisine.


Tecx Man
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I'm not usually a fan of ham and bean soup, but this recipe changed my mind. This soup is so flavorful and filling.


Kasem Ali 2.0
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of beans and vegetables.


Nick Cruz
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I love the addition of scotch bonnet peppers in this soup. They give it a nice kick of heat without being too overpowering.


sick manlee
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and delicious.


Victory Whyte
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The ham and beans are so tender and the soup is so flavorful.


gavin bhika
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This soup is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love that I can use pantry staples to make it.


Blessing Diavel
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the soup was really filling. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Jamila Shebby
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This Jamaican ham and bean soup is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The soup is packed with flavor, thanks to the ham, beans, and vegetables. I also love the addition of scotch bonnet peppers, which give the soup a n