Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil (affiliate)
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 cups chopped butternut squash
- 3 cloves garlic, diced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 (14 oz) cans white cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups finely chopped kale
- 2 cups diced, cubed ham
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in large saucepan over medium high heat. Add onion, carrots, squash, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes to soften vegetables.
- Add beans, tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to low boil.
- Add ham and all spices. Cover and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes.
- Add chopped kale, cook for 2-3 minutes until kale is softened.
- Serve with shredded cheese *optional* and toasted bread.