Beef and Bean Soup with Rye Croutons Recipe

Name: Beef and Bean Soup with Rye Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (1 lb.) Great Northern beans, drained; 2 cups beef stock (homemade is preferred); 2 lb. lean beef cubes; 1 cup yellow onion, chopped; 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup carrots, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (1 lb.) tomatoes, undrained, cut up; 2 cups cooked macaroni; Salt and Pepper, to taste; 1 tsp. oregano; Rye Croutons

Servings: persons

1 can (1 lb.) Great Northern beans, drained
2 cups beef stock (homemade is preferred)
2 lb. lean beef cubes
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
1 cup carrots, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (1 lb.) tomatoes, undrained, cut up
2 cups cooked macaroni
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 tsp. oregano
Rye Croutons

1
In a soup kettle combine beans, stock, beef, onion, bell pepper, carrots and garlic.
2
Add more beef stock if necessary, to cover ingredients.
3
Cover and simmer 1 hour.
4
Add remaining ingredients, simmer 15 minutes longer.
5
Rye Croutons: Heat oven to 300F.
6
Trim crust from 6 thick slices of rye bread.
7
Brush both sides of each slice with melted butter.
8
Cut bread into 1/2-inch cubes.
9
Spread cubes on a cookie sheet.
10
Bake 1 hour.
11
Cool and store in a tightly covered container in refrigerator.

783

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can (1 lb.) Great Northern beans, drained, 2 cups beef stock (homemade is preferred), 2 lb. lean beef cubes, 1 cup yellow onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Beef and Bean Soup with Rye Croutons falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef and Bean Soup with Rye Croutons

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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