We had a ham hock in the freezer, left over from Christmas, that was just calling to be a key ingredient in a bean soup. I found this Rachel Ray recipe, which fit the bill. Though I used just one ham ...

In a bowl, mix together the chicken base and water. Set aside. In a large pot over low heat, add oil, onions, garlic and ham. Stir until the onions are translucent. Add beans, chicken base/water ...

As a kid, I was obsessed with Campbell’s condensed bean with bacon soup. I routinely ate it as a large snack before gymnastics practice, and to this day I think of it fondly as a quick, nourishing ...

This hearty, comforting soup may not have originated in the Midwest, but it is at the heart of my experience in that part of the country. My husband is from Michigan, and we typically spend part of ...

It Freezes Well: Allow any leftovers (if there are any) to cool before placing them in an airtight Tupperware container and ...

Colorado produces a wide range of bean varieties including pinto, light red kidney and black, and the state ranks eighth nationally in dry bean production. Beans are fat free, high in fiber, rich in ...

During the holiday, don't throw out that ham bone! Ham bones make the best soup broth; bean soup is my favorite. Grandma ...

Today's Slow Cooker Crock Pot Ham and Bean Soup Recipe is perfect for leftover holiday ham or any day of the year. I love finding new ways to use leftover ham and other holiday items after our big ...

Cook's note: This is a great winter warm up soup-you can adjust seasoning to your taste, some people add hot sauce, cumin, whatever suits you. In a large soup pan saute butter, garlic, onion, carrots ...

Simple hearty soups are just the ticket on cool winter evenings. Thanks to canned beans and packaged ham, you can pull one together in no time after a long day at work. Keep some canned goods on hand, ...