consider pureeing 1/3 of the beans before adding them to the soup for a thicker texture. How long will old-fashioned ham and ...

This soup is a great way to use up your Parmesan rinds and simmer them with a ham ... beans for 30 minutes and release the pressure naturally. Dried beans keep for ages, but they, too, can get old.

Preparing this bean soup recipe takes a bit longer than heating up a can, but the increased effort results in a fresher flavor and a bright, herby topping.