Leftover Hambone Soup

This easy, budget-friendly soup will help you make the most of your leftover holiday ham. The savory ham stock and hearty combo of beans and vegetables is flavorful, delicious, and just what you need after a holiday feast!

Course Main Course, Soup, Stew

Cuisine American

Keyword Ham and Bean Soup, Ham and Vegetable Soup, Ham Bone Soup, Hambone Soup, Holiday Ham, Leftover Ham Recipe, Leftover Ham Soup

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings servings

Calories 227kcal

Author Cara Harbstreet

Ingredients

1 leftover hambone trimmed
1 1/2 cups leftover ham diced or chopped
7-8 cups water or enough to cover the ham bone
2 celery stalks sliced
1 medium onion white or yellow, diced
½ tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
½ tsp All-Purpose MSG Seasoning
1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables such as corn, carrots, peas, and green beans
1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz can
1 can white beans such as cannellini, navy, great northern, or similar, 14.5 oz can, drained and rinsed
1 can tomato paste 6 oz
fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions

Place the hambone in a large stockpot or Dutch oven. Cover with water, about 7-8 cups (or more, as needed). Bring to a low simmer the cover and cook for 45-60 minutes to create a basic ham stock.
Meanwhile, complete the rest of the prep steps to dice the onion, slice the celery, mince the garlic, and drain and rinse the beans. Do not drain the diced tomatoes.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil to sauce the onions, carrots, and celery. Stir occasionally, and once softened (about 5-6 minutes) stir in the garlic. Cook 2 minutes more, then stir in the All-Purpose MSG seasoning.
Remove the hambone from the stock pot or Dutch oven. Add the vegetable mixture along with the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the frozen vegetables, beans, and ham.
Allow about five minutes to fully heat through, stirring occasionally. Adjust the seasoning and flavors as needed, then serve hot with an optional garnish of parsley or other fresh herbs of your choice.

Notes

Yield is approximate, as no exact measurements are needed. Adjust quantities as needed depending on how much leftover ham you have.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to three months.

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