Kidney Bean Chowder Recipe

Name: Kidney Bean Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (freeze slightly to make this easier); 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1/2 cup chopped celery (including some leaves); 1 tablespoon flour; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can red kidney beans, undrained; 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 bay leaf; 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled; 2 cups beef broth; salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 lb bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (freeze slightly to make this easier)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery (including some leaves)
1 tablespoon flour
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can red kidney beans, undrained
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
2 cups beef broth
salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Saute bacon in 2 1/2 quart saucepan over medium-high heat until crisp; remove with slotted spoon and set aside for garnish.
2
Drain all but 3 tablespoons of fat from pan.
3
Add onion,green pepper and celery to pan and saute over medium heat until softened, 5 to 8 minutes.
4
Remove from heat and stir in flour.
5
Add beans,carrots,parsley,bay leaf.thyme and beef broth and blend well.
6
Bring to a boil over medium high heat.
7
Reduce heat, cover and simmer 40 minutes or until carrots are tender. ( Add pototoes with carrots if using them. Add meat here too.).
8
Ladle into bowls, garnish with reserved bacon and serve.

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (freeze slightly to make this easier), 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1/2 cup chopped celery (including some leaves), and more.

Yes, Kidney Bean Chowder 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!

Kidney Bean Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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