See how to make a simple ham and white bean soup. Loaded with bites of chopped ham, vegetables, and great Northern beans, this soup is a hearty one-di... See moresh meal, and a terrific way to use up leftover Easter ham and the ham bone itself. In the video, you'll see how to prepare your dry white beans. If you like, use this recipe as a base, and build on its flavors and ingredients. Watch the video, then get J.A.’s 5-star recipe for Basic Ham and Bean Soup.