White Bean and Ham Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This White Bean and Ham Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

When Grace Parisi was growing up, her mother made white bean and escarole soup every Friday. To transform the soup into a main course, Parisi substitutes ham and spiced croutons for the greens.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. unsalted butter
1 white onion
1 carrot
1 clove garlic
3 thyme sprigs
1/2 tsp. ground coriander
4 c. chicken stock or low-sodium broth
3 can cannellini beans
1 lb. smoked ham in 1 piece
1 1/2 c. cubed (1-inch) baguette
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. sweet paprika
Freshly ground pepper
1 scallion

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a large soup pot, melt the butter. Add the onion, carrot, garlic, thyme and coriander and cook the vegetables over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the stock, beans and ham and bring to a boil. Cover partially and cook over moderate heat for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, toss the baguette cubes with the olive oil and paprika and season with salt. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until toasted.
Remove the ham from the soup and cut it into 1/2-inch pieces. Discard the thyme sprigs. Working in 2 batches, transfer the soup to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the diced ham. Season the soup with salt and pepper and ladle into warmed shallow bowls. Top with the croutons and scallion and serve.
Make Ahead: The soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. The croutons can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is White Bean and Ham Soup good for PCOS?

Yes, this White Bean and Ham Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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