Green Bean Soup Recipe
Description:
A hearty soup that was a favorite when I was a child. You won’t believe how good this tastes from the simple ingredient list! Kudos to my Grandmother who was a great cook. I miss you. This Hungarian-inspired dish brings together the comforting flavors of green beans, onion, and paprika in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s a perfect option for a quick and satisfying meal, especially during colder months.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Recipe Category: Vegetable
- Keywords: Hungarian, European, Low Protein, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Inexpensive
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 244.1
- Fat Content: 18.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 29.9mg
- Sodium Content: 57.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 18.6g
- Fiber Content: 5.2g
- Sugar Content: 8.2g
- Protein Content: 4.9g
Ingredients:
- 1 onion
- 4 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon shortening or bacon grease
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (about 15 ounces) green beans with packing liquid or water
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Add green beans to a pot with packing liquid or water. |
| 2 | Thinly slice or dice onion and add it to the pot. |
| 3 | Add bay leaves, salt, pepper, and paprika to taste. |
| 4 | Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 30 minutes if using fresh green beans, or 10 minutes if using canned. |
| 5 | In a separate pan, heat the shortening or bacon grease. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, to make a roux. |
| 6 | Once the roux is golden brown, add sour cream to it and stir until combined. |
| 7 | Add the sour cream mixture to the pot of soup. |
| 8 | Stir in vinegar for an extra bite, if desired. |
| 9 | Bring the soup to a boil to thicken it, stirring well for two minutes. |
| 10 | Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this delicious green bean soup! |
This recipe is a wonderful way to honor family traditions and create lasting memories around the dinner table. The combination of simple ingredients yields a soup that’s both nostalgic and deeply satisfying. Whether enjoyed as a starter or a main course, this green bean soup is sure to become a favorite in your household too! 🥣🌿
