Has BEAN Soup Now It’s Dinner 🥣
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the heartiness of this one-pot wonder! Perfect for those chilly winter nights, this delightful soup combines the earthy goodness of beans, savory sausages, and a medley of vegetables. Accompany it with a crisp green salad and some crusty French bread for a complete meal experience. (Note: Prep time excludes overnight bean soaking)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup navy beans, soaked overnight
- 4 cups water
- 1 cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 2 leeks, sliced
- 2 turnips, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 12 small potatoes
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 sprigs thyme
- 4 sprigs parsley
- 6 sausages
- 4 smoked sausages
- 1/4 cup garlic, minced
- Bacon slices
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 906.9
- Fat: 32.5g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60.2mg
- Sodium: 1456.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 121.1g
- Fiber: 25.4g
- Sugar: 14.4g
- Protein: 37.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Herb Bag: Take a small piece of cheesecloth and tie the bay leaf, thyme, and parsley into it, creating a bundle of herbs.
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Prepare the Beans: After soaking the navy beans overnight, drain and rinse them thoroughly.
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Cook the Vegetables: In a large pot, pour water and add all the vegetables except the potatoes. Simmer covered for approximately 1 1/2 hours, ensuring to add more water if needed.
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Add Potatoes and Meats: Once the vegetables are tender, add the potatoes, herb bag, sausages, garlic, and bacon to the pot.
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Simmer Slowly: Let the soup simmer slowly for another hour and 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Season to Perfection: Check the seasoning and adjust according to your taste preferences.
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Remove Herb Bag: Once the soup is infused with the aromatic flavors of the herbs, remove the spice bag from the pot.
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Keep Sausages and Potatoes Warm: Take out the sausages and potatoes from the soup and keep them warm until serving time.
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Simmer Soup Further: Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 15 minutes to ensure all flavors are well incorporated.
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Serve Hot: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve with slices of French bread for a delightful meal.
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Serve the Main Course: After enjoying the soup, serve the potatoes and sausages as the main course, completing this hearty dinner experience.
Keywords:
Lunch/Snacks, Pork, Beans, Vegetable, Meat, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
This wholesome soup is not only satisfying but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it a perfect choice for a comforting dinner any day of the week. Enjoy the warmth and goodness of this Has BEAN Soup Now It’s Dinner creation!