Recipe information
Ingredients for - Classic Ham Bone Soup
1. 3 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2" strips -
2. 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped -
4. 2 medium shallots, chopped -
7. 1/2 tsp. crush red chili flakes -
10. 1 ham bone -
11. 1 (15.5-oz.) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed -
12. 1 (15.5-oz.) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed -
14. 3 sprigs thyme -
15. 1/2 small green cabbage, shredded into 1/2" strips -
16. Fresh parsley leaves, for garnish -
How to cook deliciously - Classic Ham Bone Soup
1. Stage
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp. Remove bacon from pot and drain on a paper towel–lined plate.
2. Stage
Add onion, celery, and shallots to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened, about 6 minutes. Add cumin, chili powder, and chili flakes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until spices are fragrant, 1 minute.
3. Stage
Add ham bone, beans, bay leaf, and thyme to the pot. Add 8 cups of cold water and bring to a simmer. Let simmer 30 minutes, then add cabbage and simmer 10 minutes more. Season to taste with more salt and pepper.
4. Stage
Remove bay leaf and thyme sprigs and ladle soup into bowls. Top with cooked bacon and parsley leaves.
