Ham Bean And Swiss Chard Soup

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I saw a similar recipe made on tv and tried to duplicate it in order to use up an abundance of swiss chard that i got from the farm this summer. we have been enjoying it regularly, so i thought i would share it here.

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Steps

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Fry bacon slices over medium heat in a dutch oven or soup kettle , then remove and drain on paper towels.

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Saute garlic , onion , carrot , and swiss chard stems in bacon grease until soft , then add ham , red pepper flakes , and black pepper.

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Add swiss chard leaves and saute until they are wilted.

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Add chicken broth , roman beans and tomatoes.

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Stir together , increase heat and bring to a boil.

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Lower heat and simmer , uncovered , for about 30 minutes.

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Add hot sauce and worcestershire sauce.

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Crumble bacon slices and add to soup.

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Stir in parmesan cheese to taste.

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Ingredients

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bacon, garlic cloves, onion, carrot, cubed ham, red pepper flakes, black pepper, swiss chard, low sodium chicken broth, roman beans, tomatoes, hot sauce, worcestershire sauce, parmesan cheese