Cheesy Bean and Ham Soup
Creamy Cheesy Ham and Bean Soup is the perfect comfort food! Savory ham, tender beans, and melted cheese make every bite delicious.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced into ¼-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups cooked ham diced
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) Great Northern white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded, plus more for garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, kosher salt, and black pepper, stirring well. Cook for 10–12 minutes, or until the onions and carrots begin to soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir thoroughly to coat. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whole milk, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the diced ham and rinsed beans, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes or until the soup thickens slightly.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and the soup is smooth.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley and additional shredded cheddar cheese if desired.