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Green Bean and Smoked Meat Vegetable Soup

A cozy, heartwarming soup that combines green beans and smoked meat, perfect for chilly evenings or satisfying lunches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 lb smoked meat (like ham hocks or smoked sausage), chopped
  • 4 large carrots, diced
  • 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
  • 1 teaspoon thyme (dried or fresh)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • splash of olive oil for sautéing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent—about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Toss in the minced garlic, stirring for an additional minute.
  3. Add the diced carrots and potatoes. Stir everything together and let them cook for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped smoked meat to the pot. Stir it in and let it sizzle for a couple of minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, seasoning it with thyme, salt, and pepper. Let it bubble away for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Toss in the green beans and let this simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until the beans are tender but bright.
  7. Give the soup a taste and adjust the seasonings as necessary.

Notes

For a thicker soup, mash a few potato cubes before adding the green beans. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.