Ingredients
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1 (20 ounce) package 15-bean soup mix (seasoning packet not used)
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2 ½ cups cubed ham
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1 ham bone
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5 large carrots, chopped
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3 stalks celery, chopped
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
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3 cups vegetable broth
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1 (12 fluid ounce) can low-sodium vegetable juice
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3 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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3 large bay leaves
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7 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste (Optional)
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
![all ingredients gathered to make bean and ham soup]()
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Place beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight.
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Drain beans and transfer to a large pot. Fill with enough water to cover by about 1 inch; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain.
![beans boiled in water and drained]()
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Add ham, ham bone, carrots, celery, onion, and undrained diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir in vegetable broth, vegetable juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon, chili powder, parsley, pepper, and bay leaves. Pour in enough chicken broth to cover ingredients and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally and adding more chicken broth as needed, for about 8 hours.
![all ingredients added to pot, simmering over low heat]()
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Remove and discard ham bone and season soup with salt. Continue to simmer for 1 to 2 hours. Remove bay leaves before serving.
![ham bone and lay leaves removed from pot]()
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Serve and enjoy!
![looking down at a bowl of bean and ham soup]()
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 260 | Calories |
| 4g | Fat |
| 38g | Carbs |
| 17g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 260 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium 1105mg | 48% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 15g | 53% |
| Total Sugars 7g | |
| Protein 17g | 35% |
| Vitamin C 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium 54mg | 4% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 1143mg | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
