Five-Bean Soup

Name: Five-Bean Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 35 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).
Cuisine: North America, Cajun
Ingredients: 5 packages (16 ounces each) dried beans: lima, great northern, kidney, pinto and split peas (enough for four batches of soup); 3 beef bouillon cubes; 3 tablespoons minced chives; 1 teaspoon dried savory; 1 teaspoon salt, optional; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 bay leaf; 2-1/2 quarts water; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes

One of my family's favorite soups, this tasty recipe was one I discovered years ago. Served with a salad and bread or rolls, it makes a savory supper. Sometimes we like to grate mozzarella cheese over the individual bowls just before serving. —Lynne Dodd, Mentor, Ohio

Ingredients

5 packages (16 ounces each) dried beans: lima, great northern, kidney, pinto and split peas (enough for four batches of soup)
3 beef bouillon cubes
3 tablespoons minced chives
1 teaspoon dried savory
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
2-1/2 quarts water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes

Directions

Combine beans; divide into four even batches, about 3-3/4 cups each.
To make one batch of soup: Wash one batch of beans. Place in a large kettle; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil; cook for 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour.
Tie spices in a cheesecloth bag. Drain and rinse beans. Return to kettle; add bouillon, spices and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1-1/2 hours or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove spices. Add tomatoes and heat through.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 191 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 293mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 meat.

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carmony20
Jan 27, 2013
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Opus1992
Oct 19, 2008
This is a truly delicious soup, one I consider "comfort food". It's easy to make, freezes beautifully, and my family loves it. I often add a ham bone or ham hock for flavor.
my_litch91
Jul 1, 2007
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