Amish Ham and Bean Pot

A simple farmhouse soup with ham, beans, onion, celery, and herbs.

Ingredients

• 1 pound cooked ham, diced
• 3 cans navy beans, drained
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 7 cups broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon parsley

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a soup pot.
2. Bring to a simmer and cook 45 to 60 minutes.
3. Mash a small portion of beans to thicken if desired.
4. Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning.