Super easy 15 bean soup that’s make a budget friendly yet nutritious dinner loaded with beans, lentils and chunks of meat.
Looking for a warm and hearty dish to satisfy your cravings? Look no further than 15 Bean Soup! This delightful recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it the perfect meal for any season. With a variety of beans, including kidney, pinto, and black-eyed peas, this soup is a fantastic source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Each spoonful is a medley of flavors and textures, offering a truly satisfying dining experience.
Whether you’re a vegetarian looking for a nutritious option or simply someone who enjoys a comforting bowl of soup, 15 Bean Soup is a winner.
Don’t miss out on this nourishing and tasty soup. Discover the joy of 15 Bean Soup and treat yourself to a delightful and wholesome meal that will keep you coming back for more.
How To Make 15 Bean Soup
Ingredients needed
- 15 bean soup package
- Chicken broth
- Salted pork (ham hock, etc.)
- Onion
- Garlic
- Diced tomatoes
- Lemon
- Chili powder (optional)
Helpful tips before starting the soup
- There’s a ham seasoning packet that comes with the beans. You want to use this packet. It’s small but it brings a nice flavor to the beans.
- In this recipe I used salted pork. But, in my crockpot version I tested a smoked ham hock. The salted pork brought more flavor to the overall dish in my opinion.
Making the 15 bean soup recipe
- First, soak the beans in water according to the package instructions.
- Now, when time to cook, prep all the ingredients before starting.
- In a large pot for soup, cook the salted pork on a medium to medium-high heat. You want to sear it a little to release some of the fat, not cook it all the way through.
- Next, when there is a rendered fat in the bottom, remove the pork and add in the diced onions, garlic, and tomatoes.
- Cook them all until the onions change color and the garlic browns a little.
- Now, add in the beans, ham seasoning packet, place the pork back in the pot and then pour in the chicken broth. For more liquid in the end of the recipe depending on personal preference, you’ll want to add about 2 more cups of broth or water.
- Next, cover the pot and set the heat to low-medium. Occasionally return to stir the soup. The beans will need to cook at least an hour on low heat. The beans will be soft when finished cooking and squish easily.
- Once done, add in a squeezed lemon and chili powder.
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15 Bean Soup
Ingredients
- 1 package 15 bean soup (in the aisle with the beans)
- 4 cup chicken soup (add more for a more brothy soup)
- 1 package salted pork
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounce can of diced tomatoes, drained & rinsed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- First, soak the beans in water according to the package instructions.
- Now, when time to cook, prep all the ingredients before starting.
- In a large pot for soup, cook the salted pork on a medium to medium-high heat. You want to sear it a little to release some of the fat, not cook it all the way through.
- Next, when there is a rendered fat in the bottom, remove the pork and add in the diced onions, garlic, and tomatoes.
- Cook them all until the onions change color and the garlic browns a little.
- Now, add in the beans, ham seasoning packet, place the pork back in the pot and then pour in the chicken broth. For more liquid in the end of the recipe depending on personal preference, you’ll want to add about 2 more cups of broth or water.
- Next, cover the pot and set the heat to low-medium. Occasionally return to stir the soup. The beans will need to cook at least an hour on low heat. The beans will be soft when finished cooking and squish easily.
- Once done, add in a squeezed lemon and chili powder.