Hearty Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Hearty Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (16 oz.) cans navy beans; 2 slices bacon; 1/4 c. chopped green pepper; 1/4 c. chopped onion; 1/2 c. chopped carrot; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tsp. parsley flakes; 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes; 1 c. water; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/8 tsp. red pepper; 1/2 tsp. sugar

Servings: persons

2 (16 oz.) cans navy beans
2 slices bacon
1/4 c. chopped green pepper
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped carrot
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tsp. parsley flakes
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes
1 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. red pepper
1/2 tsp. sugar

1
Cook bacon in large heavy saucepan until crisp.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
Leave a small amount of drippings in pan (about 1 tablespoon) and add green pepper, onion, carrot and garlic.
4
Cook 5 minutes.
5
Add tomatoes which have been mashed or cut into small pieces.
6
Stir in beans, salt, pepper and sugar.
7
Simmer 30 minutes to one hour.
8
Add crumbled bacon and parsley flakes.
9
Cook 5 minutes more.
10
Serve in warmed soup bowls.
11
This is delicious with fried cornbread.

177

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 2 (16 oz.) cans navy beans, 2 slices bacon, 1/4 c. chopped green pepper, 1/4 c. chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Hearty 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.

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Hearty Bean Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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