Three Bean Soup Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the heartiness of this delightful Three Bean Soup, a versatile dish that caters to your taste preferences. Whether you opt for the addition of hamburger or prefer a meat-free option, this soup promises to satisfy your cravings and warm your soul with every spoonful. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying snack, this recipe is easy to make and budget-friendly, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 12 one-cup servings
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Black Beans, Beans, Vegetable, Meat, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 401.1
- Fat Content: 11g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3g
- Cholesterol Content: 25.7mg
- Sodium Content: 261.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 51.8g
- Fiber Content: 14g
- Sugar Content: 5.5g
- Protein Content: 21.8g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ground beef |
| 1/4 | Olive oil |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 2 | Great northern beans |
| 2 | Red kidney beans |
| 15 oz | Canned black beans |
| 3 | Celery stalks |
| 3 | Carrots |
| 2 | Potatoes |
| 15 oz | Tomato-vegetable juice cocktail |
| 2 | Brown sugar |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Dried thyme |
| 4 cups | Water |
| 2 | Vegetable bouillon cubes |
| 1 cup | Red wine |
Instructions:
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Heat Olive Oil: Begin by heating the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, ensuring it’s evenly distributed across the surface of the pan.
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Cook Ground Beef: If including ground beef, add it to the saucepan and cook until mostly browned. Then, add chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan, allowing them to slowly cook until tender and lightly browned, infusing the oil with rich flavors.
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Prepare Beans and Vegetables: While the beef mixture is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Rinse and drain the great northern beans, red kidney beans, and canned black beans. Chop celery stalks, carrots, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces, ensuring uniformity for even cooking.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the rinsed beans, chopped vegetables, tomato-vegetable juice cocktail, brown sugar, dried thyme, water, and vegetable bouillon cubes to the saucepan, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
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Simmer: Increase the heat to medium-high and allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan, and let the soup simmer for approximately 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to become tender.
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Adjust Consistency: As the soup thickens and the vegetables soften, stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
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Incorporate Red Wine: Just before serving, stir in the red wine, adding a depth of flavor and richness to the soup that elevates its taste profile to new heights.
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Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnish with your favorite toppings if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy the comforting warmth and nourishment of this delightful Three Bean Soup.
Whether enjoyed as a satisfying meal on its own or paired with crusty bread or a side salad, this Three Bean Soup is sure to become a beloved favorite in your recipe collection. Adjust the ingredients according to your taste preferences and dietary requirements, and savor the deliciousness of this comforting dish with every spoonful.
