Last Minute Bean Chili Soup 🍲
Overview:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Suppertime was fast approaching, and I found myself rummaging through my cupboard for ingredients. This Last Minute Bean Chili Soup is a result of that culinary adventure, and let me tell you, my family and I thought it was absolutely de-licious! The beauty of this recipe lies in its flexibility—you can use any kinds of beans you desire for variety, and feel free to add as much “heat” as your taste buds can handle! We especially enjoyed pairing it with a clone of a famous restaurant’s cornbread. And if you’re craving a heartier soup, don’t hesitate to add some meat into the mix.
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onion | 1/2 |
| Garlic | 2 |
| Olive oil | 1 1/2 |
| Water | NA |
| Soybeans | 1 |
| Tomato with juice | 1 |
| Corn kernel | 1 |
| Chili powder | 1 |
| Sugar | 1 |
| Cheese | NA |
| Sour cream | NA |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 109.4
- Fat Content: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 556mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 21.6g
- Fiber Content: 2g
- Sugar Content: 9.8g
- Protein Content: 2.6g
Instructions:
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Saute Onions and Garlic: Start by adding olive oil to a large saucepan. Alternatively, you can use water if preferred. Saute the onions and garlic until they become tender, releasing their aromatic flavors into the air.
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Add Beans and Tomatoes: Incorporate the bean medley, soybeans, tomatoes (with their juices), and the soup base of your choice into the saucepan.
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Season to Perfection: Season the soup with chili powder, salt, and pepper according to your taste preferences. If you like a hint of sweetness, you can optionally add sugar at this stage.
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Simmer and Infuse: Allow the soup to simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, for approximately 15 minutes or until the flavors meld together beautifully, creating a harmonious symphony of taste.
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Add Corn: Stir in the corn kernels and let them heat through, infusing the soup with their sweet crunchiness.
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Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the steaming hot soup into bowls, garnishing each serving with a generous sprinkle of grated cheese and dollops of creamy sour cream. Pair it with chunks of warm cornbread on the side for a complete and satisfying meal experience.
This Last Minute Bean Chili Soup is not just a testament to the wonders of improvisation in the kitchen but also a celebration of flavors that come together effortlessly to create something truly extraordinary. With its comforting warmth and rich depth of taste, it’s bound to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. So go ahead, gather your ingredients, and let the magic unfold in your kitchen tonight! 🌟
