Prosciutto and Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups chopped prosciutto
• 2 cups beans (3/4 cup dried soaked overnight or 8-12 hours)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-2 cloves garlic finely chopped
• 2 cups tomato puree (passata)
• 3 cups water or half broth
• 1/2-1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional)
• 1-2 pinches hot pepper flakes
• 1-2 pinches salt (if needed)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium pot add prosciutto cubes fill with water to cover and cook on medium for approximately 10 minutes, drain. I do this to remove some of the salt if extremely salty.

2. 2

   In a large pot add the olive oil, garlic, puree, water, oregano, basil, hot pepper flakes, prosciutto and beans. Stir to combine bring to a boil lower the heat and cook until beans are tender and soup has thickened. If needed add more water. Taste for salt, salt if needed. Serve with crusty Italian bread, Enjoy!