White Bean Soup

Description

The soup is easy and quick to prepare. Bean soup with meat is twice as filling and nutritious. Serve it hot, with croutons or slices of bread. You can substitute ham with other smoked meats, or use boiled beef or chicken instead. Soak the beans in water for at least 2 hours before cooking. Serve with fresh herbs and sour cream.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Pour water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil, then remove from heat and add the washed beans. Let them sit, covered, for two hours.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Place the ham in a pot and pour in 2 liters of water; add Italian herbs. Put the pot over heat and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cook, partially covered, for 60 minutes.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Heat a skillet with vegetable oil and sauté the onion, diced into small cubes. Finely chop the garlic and add it after 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Drain the water from the beans and add them to the pot one hour after the ham has started cooking. Add the contents of the skillet and diced carrots.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Simmer the soup for another 40 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Remove the ham, shred the meat into fibers, and return it to the pot.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Season to taste with salt and pepper, turn off the heat, and serve the soup immediately after cooking.