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Ingredients

• 8 ounces dry white kidney beans (cannellini beans) or Great Northern beans (about 1-1/2 cups)
• 6 cups water
• 1 pound crosscut beef shanks (1 to 1-1/2 inches thick)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups chopped onions (3 medium)
• 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots (3 medium)
• 1 cup fennel wedges or chopped celery (2 stalks)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups water
• 12 ounces smoked ham hocks
• 1 tablespoon instant beef bouillon granules
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 teaspoons snipped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
• 2 teaspoons snipped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups torn fresh spinach leaves

Description

Simmering Both Beef And Ham Shanks With Beans And Vegetables Gives This Soup Its Rich, Bold Flavors. Make Ahead So You Can Come Home To A Gratifying Soup Supper During A Busy Week.

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