Black Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Black Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. dry black beans; 1/2 lb. bacon, diced; 2 medium onions, sliced; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 3 to 4 carrots, sliced; 1 large onion, cut in quarters; 3 large stalks celery; chicken stock; 1/2 tsp. red pepper (cayenne); 2 tsp. cumin; salt and pepper; crushed red chile (optional)

Servings: persons

1 pkg. dry black beans
1/2 lb. bacon, diced
2 medium onions, sliced
5 cloves garlic, minced
3 to 4 carrots, sliced
1 large onion, cut in quarters
3 large stalks celery
chicken stock
1/2 tsp. red pepper (cayenne)
2 tsp. cumin
salt and pepper
crushed red chile (optional)

1
Sort beans to remove debris.
2
Rinse well, drain.
3
In 10 to 12-quart pan bring beans, stock and spices to a boil.
4
Boil hard for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding water if needed. Meanwhile, fry up bacon.
5
When bacon is crisp remove bits (save for later) and saute veggies until tender.
6
After the beans have boiled, reduce heat to simmer.
7
Add one quartered onion, salt, pepper and water if needed.
8
Cook another hour.
9
Add cooked veggies, cook until desired tenderness.
10
It is perfect for using leftover meats, ham, chicken or pork could be added when veggies are.
11
Serve with rice or bulgar wheat.
12
Great with chopped green onion, Parmesan cheese and bacon bits.
13
Freezes well.

457

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 pkg. dry black beans, 1/2 lb. bacon, diced, 2 medium onions, sliced, 5 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Soup 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.

Black Bean Soup

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