Christmas Soup Recipe

Name: Christmas Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb kielbasa, sliced 1/4-inch thick; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 8 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb red kidney beans, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed well; 3 quarts chicken broth; 1 lb red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 6 ounces fresh kale, trimmed and torn into bitesize pieces (or spinach leaves); ¼ cup red wine vinegar; ½ teaspoon greshly ground black pepper; freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Heat vegetable oil in large Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
2
Add kielbasa and brown well, about 15 minutes.
3
Remove kielbasa from pot and set aside.
4
Add garlic to reserved fat in pot and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent garlic from burning.
5
Add beans and broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook, covered, for 1 hour.
6
Add potatoes, cover and cook for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
7
Add kale or spinach to pot, cover and cook for additional 10-15 minutes.
8
Add red wine vinegar and pepper and stir to combine.
9
Ladle into soup bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese.

743

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb kielbasa, sliced 1/4-inch thick, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 8 garlic cloves, minced, 1 lb red kidney beans, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed well, and more.

Yes, Christmas 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Soup

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