Hearty Holiday Soup Recipe

Name: Hearty Holiday Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. black-eyed peas; 1/4 c. butter beans or large limas; 1/4 c. pinto beans; 1/4 c. navy beans; 1/4 c. pearl barley; 1/4 c. split green peas; 1/4 c. small lima beans; 1/4 c. red beans; juice of 1 lemon; 1/4 c. Great Northern beans; 1/4 c. lentils; 1 large onion; 1 large (20 oz.) can tomatoes; 1 pod red pepper or 1 tsp. chili powder; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1/4 c. black-eyed peas
1/4 c. butter beans or large limas
1/4 c. pinto beans
1/4 c. navy beans
1/4 c. pearl barley
1/4 c. split green peas
1/4 c. small lima beans
1/4 c. red beans
juice of 1 lemon
1/4 c. Great Northern beans
1/4 c. lentils
1 large onion
1 large (20 oz.) can tomatoes
1 pod red pepper or 1 tsp. chili powder
salt and pepper to taste

1
Wash all beans thoroughly.
2
Place in large container.
3
Cover with water and add 2 tablespoons salt.
4
Soak overnight.
5
In the morning drain.
6
Add 2 quarts water and about 1/2 pound ham or ham hocks.
7
Bring to a boil.
8
Stir occasionally.
9
Simmer 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
10
Then add onion, tomato, chili powder, lemon juice and salt and pepper.
11
Simmer another 30 minutes.
12
Makes very large pot of soup.
13
Serve with French bread or crackers, green salad or relish plate.

267

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. black-eyed peas, 1/4 c. butter beans or large limas, 1/4 c. pinto beans, 1/4 c. navy beans, and more.

Yes, Hearty Holiday 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 Holiday Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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