Calico Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Calico Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. dried bean mixture, cleaned and washed; 8 c. water; 2 meaty ham hocks; 4 c. water; 1 c. onion, chopped; 28 oz. can tomatoes; 2 c. vegetables (chop carrots, celery, cabbage, etc.); 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1 tsp. chili powder; juice from 1 lemon; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 c. dried bean mixture, cleaned and washed
8 c. water
2 meaty ham hocks
4 c. water
1 c. onion, chopped
28 oz. can tomatoes
2 c. vegetables (chop carrots, celery, cabbage, etc.)
1/2 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. chili powder
juice from 1 lemon
salt and pepper, to taste

1
In large pot, bring to a boil and let stand for 1 hour or soak beans overnight.
2
Return to boil and simmer slowly 3 hours. Simmer ham hocks in small pan with 4 cups water.
3
Drain reserving liquid.
4
Separate meat from bone and fat and set aside.
5
Add onion, tomatoes, vegetables, oregano, chili powder, lemon juice, salt and pepper to the cooking beans along with cooked meat and simmer 1 hour longer.
6
Skim fat from meat broth and add broth to cooking soup.
7
Serve hot.
8
Yields 16 servings.

143

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. dried bean mixture, cleaned and washed, 8 c. water, 2 meaty ham hocks, 4 c. water, and more.

Yes, Calico 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.

Calico Bean Soup

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