White Beans and Ham Hock Soup

This hearty and flavorful white bean and ham hock soup might be the simplest comfort meal you can make.

Ingredients:

1 pound dried navy beans

1 ham hock (or ham bone)

1 large onion, chopped

2 carrots, peeled and chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

6 cups chicken or vegetable broth

1 bay leaf

1 teaspoon dried thyme

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
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