This Hearty Comforting Ham & Bean Soup comes together in about 30 minutes and is made all in one pot for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will love! Switch up the vegetables or beans to suit your taste or use it as a “clean out the fridge” meal to get rid of leftovers and odds and ends! It’s the ultimate cozy dish, perfect for chilly nights.
The Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup dried white beans (like navy or great northern), rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Bay leaves
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Let’s Get Cooking!
Here’s how to make this deliciously comforting soup that your family will rave about:
Combine the Ingredients: In your pressure cooker, add the diced ham, dried beans, onion, carrots, and celery. It’s a rainbow of goodness! Give everything a good stir to mix it up trust me, you want all those flavors mingling together.
Add the Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the broth next, followed by the smoked paprika, garlic powder, a couple pinches of salt and pepper, and the bay leaves. Stir lightly to make sure everything is well distributed.
Pressure Cook: Secure the lid on your pressure cooker and set it to cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. It will be a fantastic aroma that starts filling your kitchen oh, the anticipation!
Release Pressure: Once the cooking time is over, allow the pressure to release naturally for about 10 minutes. After that, you can quick release any remaining pressure. Listen for that satisfying whoosh!
Finish Up: Carefully remove the lid. Remove and discard the bay leaves. Give the soup a good stir and have a taste, add more salt and pepper if you think it needs it.
Serve It Up: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if you’re feeling fancy and enjoy your hearty soup!
Why I Love This Recipe
This Ham & Bean Soup is truly my go-to recipe when the weather cools down and all I can think about is comfort food. The best part is, it’s deceptively simple yet packed with delicious flavor! I’m a real sucker for meals that don’t take all evening to whip up but still feel like you spent hours in the kitchen. Plus, the versatility means that you can use whatever you’ve got on hand, like leftover veggies or even different kinds of meat. It always ends up being a family favorite, and I often make a double batch to stash away for busy weeknights!
If you loved this Pressure Cooker Hearty Comforting Ham & Bean Soup, be sure to check out my Potato Soup, my Cuban Mojo Pork, or my Three-Cheese Au Gratin Potatoes! Cooking is all about getting the whole family around the table, and I want to make it easier for you!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This hearty soup comes together in under 30 minutes from start to finish! With everything happening in the pressure cooker, you can sit back and relax while it does the heavy lifting.
One-Pot Meal
The best part? This soup is all made in one pot. That means minimal cleanup! Just toss everything in, and you’re golden.
Budget-Friendly
Using dried beans and leftovers makes this a very affordable meal. Perfect for families looking to stretch their dollar! You can also customize based on what you already have in your pantry.
Customizable
Don’t have a certain vegetable on hand? No worries! You can swap in whatever you have lying around, and it’ll still taste fabulous. Be creative; it’s really hard to mess this soup up!
Comfort Food
This soup is loaded with tons of flavor, making it the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day. It’s the kind of meal you’ll want to enjoy again and again, and the leftovers are even better!
Serving and Storage Tips
How to Serve This Soup
I recommend serving this soup with warm crusty bread or buttery crackers for dipping. It can also be paired with a side salad for a well-rounded meal.
Storage
This soup will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Just store it in an airtight container!
Reheating Instructions
For best results, reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through. You can also use the microwave for a more straightforward approach; just heat in 30-second intervals until hot.
Freezer Friendly
Yes! This soup is freezer-friendly. Just let it cool completely, portion it out into freezer-friendly containers, and store it for up to 3 months! To reheat, let it thaw in the fridge overnight and warm up on the stove or microwave as described above.
So there you have it! My Pressure Cooker Hearty Comforting Ham & Bean Soup is sure to be a hit in your home, just like it is in mine. Cozy up with a bowl, enjoy the flavors, and make sure to let me know how it turns out. Happy cooking! Follow LunaChef on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration and air fryer cooking tips
Ham & Bean Soup
Ingredients
Method
- In your pressure cooker, add the diced ham, dried beans, onion, carrots, and celery. Stir to mix well.
- Pour in the broth, followed by smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and bay leaves. Stir lightly.
- Secure the lid on your pressure cooker and set it to cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
- After cooking, allow the pressure to release naturally for about 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the lid, discard bay leaves, stir the soup, and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve.