1poundhamcooked leftover, (not deli meat) cut into 1/2" pieces
1bay leaf
7-8cupschickenor vegetable stock
1 15-ounce candiced tomatoeswith their juice
1canlow-sodium black beansrinsed and drained
1cupmild chiliesI used fire-roasted hatch chile, peeled, seeded and chopped
½cupquinoaor other whole grains such as I used a grain blend from Trader Joe's, farro, brown rice
Instructions
In a large dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Stir in the onions, carrots and celery and cook for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
Add the ham, bay leaf, vegetable stock tomatoes, black beans and chiles. Stir to combine, cover and bring just to a boil.
Reduce heat to an active simmer and add the grains. Cook for the recommended time on the package (quinoa is usually 15 minutes, farro is usually 20-25; brown rice is about 30).