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Ham, Potato & Green Bean Soup: A Cozy Kitchen Story + Delicious & Easy Recipe

Ham, Potato & Green Bean Soup

This hearty and comforting soup combines diced ham, creamy potatoes, and fresh green beans in a savory chicken broth. Perfect for any season and easy to make, it’s the kind of dish that warms both your belly and your heart.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups ham diced, leftover holiday ham works great
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 cups green beans trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • thyme or parsley optional, for garnish or extra flavor

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Add diced ham to the pot. Cook for about 3 minutes to deepen the flavor.
  3. Add cubed potatoes and stir to coat them in the flavors from the pot.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  5. Add green beans and cook for another 10 minutes, until tender but still vibrant.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with thyme or parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Frozen green beans can be used in place of fresh. Mash a few potatoes for a creamier texture or add a splash of cream at the end for richness. Pairs well with crusty bread or salad.