Jenn's Mean Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Jenn's Mean Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried beans, I recommend a 12 Bean Mix; 3 tablespoons blackening seasoning; water, enough to cover beans; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, sliced thin; 2 small green bell peppers; 1 hot red pepper, about 4-inch long; 2 slices bacon, uncooked; 3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or 3 teaspoons dried parsley flakes

Servings: persons

1 lb dried beans, I recommend a 12 Bean Mix
3 tablespoons blackening seasoning
water, enough to cover beans
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, sliced thin
2 small green bell peppers
1 hot red pepper, about 4-inch long
2 slices bacon, uncooked
3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1 tablespoon fresh parsley or 3 teaspoons dried parsley flakes

1
Rinse beans and place in a large pot.
2
Cover with water and add 3 tablespoons of cajun spice or blackened seasoning.
3
Place over medium heat and bring to boil.
4
Remove from heat and let stand until cool.
5
Place in refrigerator over night.
6
Remove beans from the refrigerator.
7
Drain and rinse beans.
8
Place beans back into the pot and generously cover with water.
9
Add thyme, garlic, hot pepper and the 3 slices of uncooked bacon to the beans.
10
Bring to a boil on medium heat and cook (covered) for 1 1/2 hour.
11
While beans are cooking, fry bacon, saving the drippings for later.
12
Add the celery, onions, green bell peppers, bacon drippings and crumbled bacon to the pot.
13
Cook for 30 minutes if you like your vegetables on the crunchy side or longer for softer vegetables.
14
Add parsley.
15
Serve up in your favorite bowls with your favorite corn bread recipe.

497

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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

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.

My Personal Notes

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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 lb dried beans, I recommend a 12 Bean Mix, 3 tablespoons blackening seasoning, water, enough to cover beans, 2 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Jenn's Mean 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jenn's Mean Bean Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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