For a richer flavor, consider browning the ham bone in the pot before adding the water. If you don't have hot pepper sauce, a pinch of cayenne pepper works well. Adjust the amount of brown sugar and hot sauce to your preference. Adding a bay leaf or two during the simmering process can add extra depth of flavor. Consider adding carrots and celery for more vegetables. Smoked paprika adds a nice touch.
Holiday Spiral Ham and Lima Bean Soup
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME3 hrs 35 mins
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TOTAL TIME11 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS9
Transform your holiday ham leftovers into a comforting and flavorful soup! This recipe utilizes the ham bone to create a rich broth, while lima beans add a creamy texture and hearty substance. A budget-friendly way to extend the festive flavors!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate43 g
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Fiber11 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium201 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
8 hrs
Soak the lima beans: Place lima beans in a large bowl and cover with several inches of water. Soak for 8 hours to overnight. (8-12 hours)
02
Step
1 hrs
Simmer the broth: In a large pot, combine the water, ham bone, and sliced onion. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the onion is tender. (1 hour)
03
Step
2 hrs
Add beans and seasonings: Drain and rinse the soaked lima beans. Add them to the pot with the ham bone broth. Stir in the brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, dry mustard, and salt. Cover and simmer until the beans are tender. (2 hours)
04
Step
30 mins
Finish the soup: Uncover the pot and continue to simmer the soup until the beans reach your desired tenderness. (30 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
Add ham: Remove the ham bone from the soup. Cut any remaining meat into bite-sized pieces. Discard the bone and return the meat to the soup. Serve hot.
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Ben Mcdermott
Jun 29, 2025I added some diced carrots and celery to the soup, as suggested, and it turned out amazing! A great way to get my veggies in!
Leola Purdy
Jun 27, 2025I didn't have any brown sugar, so I used maple syrup instead, and it worked out great!
Roxane Mertz
Jun 26, 2025I'm not a huge fan of lima beans, but they were so creamy and delicious in this soup. This recipe has definitely changed my mind about lima beans!
Willie Bode
Jun 26, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the soup tasted delicious. I did add a bit more hot sauce for an extra kick!
Caesar Mraz
Jun 16, 2025This was the perfect way to use up my leftover holiday ham! The soup was so flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this again next year!
Shirley Corwin
Jun 15, 2025This soup freezes well, so I made a big batch and froze half for later. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal!