I have fond memories of eating canned navy bean ... a rich and creamy broth with a complex flavor that's umami rich (translation: so much flavor!). The soup also includes plenty of ham which ...

A homemade ham broth, white beans, Pecorino cheese, and black pepper simmer together to make this creamy cacio e pepe ham and white bean soup.

Drain the soaked beans and discard the water. Place the beans, ham hocks, chicken broth, and bay leaf in a soup pot; do not add salt at this stage. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 1 hour ...