Recipe: Kidney Bean Soup 🥣

Description:

This Kidney Bean Soup recipe is perfect for those chilly evenings when you crave something warm and comforting. It’s not only easy to make but also budget-friendly, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. With a hint of garlic, onions, and a touch of vinegar, this soup boasts a depth of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, it’s customizable – feel free to top it with crispy bacon and a dollop of sour cream for an extra indulgent treat. Your family, like my husband, will surely love this wholesome and hearty soup!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup red kidney beans
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 3 onions, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
• Sour cream, for garnish

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 2065.9
• Total Fat: 129.6g
• Saturated Fat: 19.3g
• Cholesterol: 68.3mg
• Sodium: 7316.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 177.5g
• Fiber: 41g
• Sugar: 22.1g
• Protein: 60.3g

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

Servings: 1

Instructions:

1. Preparation: Wash the kidney beans thoroughly and soak them overnight in cold water in a soup pan.

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2. Boiling: The next day, add salt, pepper, and bay leaf to the soaked beans and bring them to a boil.

3. Simmering: Reduce the heat and let the beans simmer for 2 hours until they are tender. Add more water if necessary to keep the beans submerged.

4. Pureeing: Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf and carefully transfer the beans to a blender. Puree the beans until smooth.

5. Sauteing: In a separate skillet, heat the canola oil over low heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, and sauté until the onions turn tender and translucent.

6. Combining: Add the sautéed onions and garlic to the soup pot with the pureed beans.

7. Final Touch: Stir in milk and wine vinegar, and heat the soup to serving temperature.

8. Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream.

9. Serve: Enjoy your flavorful and nourishing Kidney Bean Soup with your favorite bread or crackers!

This recipe serves one, but feel free to double or triple the ingredients to feed a larger crowd or to have leftovers for the next day. Bon appétit! 🍲