This soup is comforting and flavorful. Chopped ham, navy beans, cabbage and a few simple ingredients are simmered together to create this delicious healthy soup.
Add all ingredients to a large pot. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occassionally.
Use a fork to mash some of the beans slightly. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes:
Feel free to substitute white beans for chickpeas, lentils, kidney beans or black beans.
Leftovers: This comforting soup will last up to a week in the fridge when stored in an airtight container. It’s perfect to eat at lunchtime and dinner.
Freezing: Once the soup is completely cooled, pour it into an airtight freezer container. You can also freeze individual portion sizes. Label each one as this soup tastes best when used within two months (for best flavor). To serve, let freezer bag thaw in a bowl overnight in the fridge. Add soup to a bowl to reheat in the microwave.
Here’s another simple variation: Follow the full recipe above, but with these exceptions. Add only 1 cup of cabbage, 2 chopped celery stalks, 2 chopped carrots. For spices try 1 tsp dried thyme, ½ tsp garlic powder, salt and pepper.