Ham Bone Soup Recipe
Ham Bone soup is an incredibly hearty and delicious dish that transforms an unfinished ham bone into a tasty, flavorful food. With a variety of vegetables and tender chunks of Ham, this slow cooker offers a quick and easy recipe for a relaxing homemade soup that requires little effort.
Why Make This Recipe
Hearty and Flavorful
The soup is a tad that is very rich in flavor because of its slow-cooked process, which brings out the smokey essence of the bone from the Ham.
Easy to Prepare
With only three ingredients, the recipe can be put together easily in the slow cooker, making it perfect to cook on busy days.
Perfect for Reducing Waste
Utilizing a leftover ham bone will ensure that no piece of the Ham will go to waste, making delicious food.
How to Make Ham Bone Soup
Ingredients
- 1 ham bone containing some meat
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can be peeled and diced tomato (with juice)
- 1 (15.25 oz) can kidney beans
- 3 potatoes, cubed
- 1 Green Bell Pepper Seeded and cubed
- 4 cups water
- 6 cubes chicken bouillon
Directions
- Prepare the Ingredients
- Put the ham bone, onion, chopped tomatoes, potatoes, kidney beans, and green bell pepper in the slow cooker (3-quart capacity or greater).
- Add the Broth
- Dissolve the cubes of chicken broth in water. Put the mixture in the slow cooker with all the ingredients.
- Cook the Soup
- The slow cooker should be covered, then ensure it is on high until the soup is warm. Lower the temperature to low and cook for 5 to 6 hours. The slow cooking process lets the flavors meld perfectly.
- Serve
- Remove the bone from the Ham and cut off any meat left. Add the beef back to it, mix, and serve hot.
How to Serve Ham Bone Soup
Serve the soup hot straight from your slow cooker. It’s great with:
- Crusty Bread is ideal for soaking up the flavorful soup.
- Simple Salad: It’s a refreshing salad with a hint of green that complements the soup’s richness.
How to Store Ham Bone Soup
- Refrigeration: Let the soup completely cool before you put it away in an airtight jar in your refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: The soup can be frozen in small portions for 3 months or more. Thaw overnight in the fridge before warming.
- The soup can be heated over the stove or in the microwave until it is hot with a little stirring.
Tips for Perfect Ham Bone Soup
- Enhance the flavor. Mix in herbs like bay leaves, thyme, or parsley to add flavor.
- Utilize fresh vegetables, swap canned tomatoes or beans for fresh ones, if you prefer, and adjust cooking time.
- Change the consistency. Mash some beans and potatoes before serving to make a more thick soup.
Variations
- Add more vegetables. Add celery, carrots, or zucchini for more color and nutrients.
- Make it spicy. Add a dash of crushed red pepper and chopped jalapeno to give it spice.
- Replace the protein. Use leftover chicken or turkey instead of Ham if you wish.
FAQs
1. Can I make canned chicken broth in place of the cubes of bouillon?
Substitute the cubes of bouillon and water by adding 4 cups of chicken broth to achieve an identical taste.
2. Can I cook this soup over the stove?
Absolutely. The ingredients should be simmered in a large saucepan over simmering for around 2 hours on low heat and stirred up occasionally.
3. Can I make use of a different type of bean?
This recipe suits navy beans, black beans, or canned beans.
Conclusion
Ham Bone Soup is perfect for cold days or any time you want to use the leftovers from Ham. This slow cooker recipe is as simple as the food it tastes. Prepare it now, and then enjoy an inviting, warm bowl of delicious homemade delight!
Ham Bone Soup
Ingredients
- 1 ham bone containing some meat
- 1 onion diced
- 1 14.5 oz can be peeled and diced tomato (with juice)
- 1 15.25 oz can kidney beans
- 3 potatoes cubed
- 1 Green Bell Pepper Seeded and cubed
- 4 cups water
- 6 cubes chicken bouillon
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients
- Put the ham bone, onion, chopped tomatoes, potatoes, kidney beans, and green bell pepper in the slow cooker (3-quart capacity or greater).
- Add the Broth
- Dissolve the cubes of chicken broth in water. Put the mixture in the slow cooker with all the ingredients.
- Cook the Soup
- The slow cooker should be covered, then ensure it is on high until the soup is warm. Lower the temperature to low and cook for 5 to 6 hours. The slow cooking process lets the flavors meld perfectly.
- Serve
- Remove the bone from the Ham and cut off any meat left. Add the beef back to it, mix, and serve hot.