Ingredients
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2
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5
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3
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1
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2 - 3
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1
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1/2
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1/2
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1/4
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1/4
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Directions
Neighborhood Ham and Bean Soup, The flavors in this bean soup remind me of the bean soup my grandmother used to make on our farm in Ohio when I was a young girl. I love to make it during the winter months — it doesn’t last long. My daughter is now making it for her family as well. Maybe it’s called “Neighborhood” bean soup because the neighbors love it when I make it — it’s a wonderful soup to share with special friends. It is great served wtih a nice piece of hot corn bread. I can’t remember exactly where I found the recipe — but I’m glad I have it and I hope you will feel the same., Not possible to order ham hocks on line for a curb-side pickup. What do you think would be a good substitute: chunks of ham steak or smoked sausage?, Ive probably made this recipe at least 20 times and its always delicious! The only change I make is to bring the beans, ham, water and broth to a boil, skim the foam then add seasonings. If I add seasonings first some of them get skimmed off with the foam. I dont add the potatoes. I always freeze some and it reheats well. The beans dont hold their shape too well but still tastes great! I do make it every Halloween today… its a simple supper for fall nights and easy to eat between answering the doorbell!
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Steps
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1
Done
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Place Beans in a Dutch Oven or Soup Kettle; Add Water to Cover by 2. |
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2
Done
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Bring to a Boil; Boil For 2 Minutes. |
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3
Done
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Remove from Heat, Cover and Let Stand For 1 Hour. Drain. |
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4
Done
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Add Broth, Water, Ham Bone, Bouillon and Seasonings; Bring to a Boil. |
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5
Done
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Reduce Heat; Cover and Simmer For 2 Hours I Find I Usually Add at Least an Hour to This. |
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6
Done
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Saut Onions, Carrots and Celery in Oil; Add to Soup Along With Cubed Potato If Using. |
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7
Done
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Cover and Simmer 1 Hour Longer. |
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8
Done
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Debone Ham and Cut Into Chunks; Return to Soup. |
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9
Done
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Skim Fat I Find I Dont Have Any to Skim. |
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10
Done
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I Like to Mash Some of the Beans Once They Get Soft. My Total Cooking Time Is More Like 6 Hours Than 4 Hours. |
