Shortcut Senate Bean and Ham Soup

A quick and easy version of the traditional Senate Bean and Ham Soup that doesnt skimp on flavor by using canned beans. Great for a warm meal on a chilly day.

Ingredients:

• 1 15 oz can navy beans, undrained
• 1 15 oz can northern beans, undrained
• 1 15 oz can black beans, undrained
• 1 15 oz can pinto beans, undrained
• 1 15 oz can kidney beans, undrained
• 1 15 oz can Great Northern beans, undrained
• 2 cups diced cooked ham
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup diced potatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

In a large pot, combine all the ingredients

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally

Serve hot and enjoy