BLACK BEAN, SAUSAGE, AND SWEET POTATO SOUP

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An unusual blend of flavors create this flavorful soup. Garnish with fresh scallions.

Provided by Ann

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups dry black beans
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon water
¼ pound Italian sausage, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound sweet potatoes
3 green onions
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a 4 quart saucepan, combine beans, garlic, bay leaf, allspice, broth and 5 1/2 cups water. Cook, partially covered, until beans are tender, about 50 minutes. Discard bay leaf.
  • In a blender puree 1 cup cooked beans with 1 cup cooking liquid, and return to pan.
  • In a small bowl, stir together tomato paste and 1 tablespoon water; stir into beans with sausage and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer soup, covered, for 15 minutes. Soup may be prepared up to this point 3 days ahead.
  • While soup is simmering, peel sweet potatoes and cut into 1/2 inch pieces. Steam until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir potatoes, 3 chopped scallions, and salt and pepper to taste into soup. Serve soup garnished with scallion greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 3 g

Md Irshad Aalam
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This soup is delicious! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I love the smokiness of the sausage and the sweetness of the sweet potatoes. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


mike peevey
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I'm not usually a fan of black bean soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of sausage and sweet potatoes makes it so flavorful and hearty. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Sohan Hasan
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can throw everything in the slow cooker in the morning and dinner is ready when I get home from work.


Rocky Kid
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I've tried many black bean soup recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's also relatively healthy, so I can feel good about eating it.


ht goat
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This soup is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The black beans add a nice protein boost, the sausage adds a savory flavor, and the sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this soup agai


Dawood Raja
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and filling, and the flavors are incredible. I especially love the smokiness of the sausage and the sweetness of the sweet potatoes.


Ushna Bakhtawar
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


A Aa
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I especially love the combination of black beans and sweet potatoes.


Yasir Isiya
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint. The soup is thick and creamy, with just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Hafeez Shah
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This soup is incredible! It's so flavorful and hearty, and the combination of black beans, sausage, and sweet potatoes is perfect. I love that it's also relatively easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover sausage.