Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe 🥣
Overview:
This Portuguese Bean Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for warming up on chilly days. With a blend of Polish and hot Italian sausages, red kidney beans, tomatoes, and a variety of aromatic spices, it’s a comforting meal that’s been a beloved family favorite for over a decade. This recipe yields a generous amount, making it ideal for gatherings or for meal prep to enjoy throughout the week.
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Servings: 6-8 servings
- Cuisine: Portuguese/European
- Category: Pork
- Keywords: Meat, Portuguese, European, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/2 lb | Polish sausage |
| 1/2 lb | Hot Italian sausage |
| 3 | Garlic cloves |
| 1 can | Red kidney beans |
| 2 cans | Italian tomatoes |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Celery stalk |
| 1 | Potato |
| 1/2 | Green pepper |
| 2 tbsp | Parsley |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 1 tbsp | Chili powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Coleman’s dry mustard |
| 2 tbsp | Worcestershire sauce |
| 1 tsp | Oregano |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sausages:
- Chop the Polish sausage and hot Italian sausage into small cubes.
- In a large stockpot, brown the sausage cubes over medium heat until the fat is rendered, creating a flavorful base for the soup.
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Sauté Aromatics:
- Once the sausages are browned, drain off most of the fat.
- Add finely chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until they are tender and aromatic, infusing the soup with delicious flavors.
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Combine Ingredients:
- To the pot, add the remaining ingredients: red kidney beans (drained and rinsed), canned Italian tomatoes, diced potato, sliced celery, chopped green pepper, and minced parsley.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients and distribute the flavors evenly throughout the soup.
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Simmer the Soup:
- Pour in water to cover all the ingredients and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer, uncovered, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and develop into a rich, hearty soup.
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Season to Taste:
- As the soup simmers, periodically check for seasoning, adjusting as needed.
- Add chili powder, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and oregano to enhance the flavor profile according to your preference.
- If the soup becomes too thick during cooking, you can add more water to achieve your desired consistency.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the soup has reached its desired thickness and the flavors have fully developed, ladle it into bowls and serve piping hot.
- Garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired, for a fresh burst of flavor and color.
- Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 592.6
- Total Fat: 23.3g
- Saturated Fat: 7.9g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
- Sodium: 906.5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 67g
- Dietary Fiber: 19.8g
- Sugars: 10.6g
- Protein: 32.9g
Recipe Notes:
- Make Ahead: This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, allowing the flavors to deepen even further.
- Freezing Instructions: Alternatively, you can freeze portions of the soup in airtight containers for up to 3 months, making it a convenient option for future meals.
- Variations: Feel free to customize this soup to your taste preferences by adding other vegetables such as carrots or kale, or by adjusting the spiciness level with additional chili flakes or hot sauce.
- Family Favorite: With its rich, savory broth and hearty ingredients, this Portuguese Bean Soup is sure to become a cherished recipe in your family for years to come, just as it has been for mine. Enjoy it as a comforting lunch or dinner option, perfect for any occasion! 🍲👨👩👧👦
