Best Ever Black Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Best Ever Black Bean Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb Beef bone; 3/4 lb Shin beef; 3 lb Ham shank, cut up, with bone and rind; 3 whl cloves; 3/4 tsp Black peppercorns; 1/4 tsp Celery seed; 2 1/2 c. Dry black beans; 1 c. Minced onion; 1/2 c. Minced celery; 1 tsp Minced garlic; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black pepper; 1/4 c. Sherry

Servings: persons

3 lb Beef bone
3/4 lb Shin beef
3 lb Ham shank, cut up, with bone and rind
3 whl cloves
3/4 tsp Black peppercorns
1/4 tsp Celery seed
2 1/2 c. Dry black beans
1 c. Minced onion
1/2 c. Minced celery
1 tsp Minced garlic
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper
1/4 c. Sherry

1
Combine first six ingredients in large pot.
2
Add in 15 c. water, bring to a boil & simmer half-covered 8-10 hrs.
3
Strain.
4
Throw away meat bones, rind & spices; chill stock.
5
In refrigerator, soak black beans in 10 c. water.
6
Next day, cook onion & celery in 2 Tbs fat that has been removed from stock.
7
Add in liquid removed beans, 2 additional c. water, 7 c. of the meat stock (all fat removed) & minced garlic.
8
Simmer uncovered 2-1/2 hrs, stirring occasionally.
9
If beans begin to show, add in more water.
10
Push all through food mill.
11
Reheat with salt, pepper & sherry.
12
TIME INCLUDES OVERNIGHT SOAKING

1847

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

183

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb Beef bone, 3/4 lb Shin beef, 3 lb Ham shank, cut up, with bone and rind, 3 whl cloves, and more.

Yes, Best Ever Black Bean Soup Recipe 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!