Best 3 Basic Bean Soup Recipes

Searching for a hearty and comforting meal that is also packed with flavor and nutrition? Look no further than basic bean soup! This delicious and versatile soup can be easily customized to suit your tastes and dietary needs, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknight dinners or cozy weekend lunches. With the right combination of beans, vegetables, and seasonings, you can create a broth that is both flavorful and satisfying. So gather your ingredients, heat up your stovetop, and let's dive into the world of basic bean soup!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BASIC HAM AND BEAN SOUP

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Hearty ham and bean soup. Easy to make and a great way to use a leftover ham bone. This soup also has lots of mixed vegetables.

Provided by J. A. McConville

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas

Time 3h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound dry great Northern beans
8 cups water
½ teaspoon salt
1 ham hock
1 cup chopped carrots
½ stalk celery, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon mustard powder
2 bay leaves
2 cups chopped ham
½ teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

Rinse the beans, sorting out any broken or discolored ones. In a large pot over high heat, bring the water to a boil. Add the salt and the beans and remove from heat. Let beans sit in the hot water for at least 60 minutes.
After the 60 minutes of soaking, return the pot to high heat and place the ham bone, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, mustard and bay leaves in the pot. Stir well, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 60 more minutes.
Remove ham bone and discard. Stir in the chopped ham and simmer for 30 more minutes. Season with ground white pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 771.4 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

BASIC BEAN SOUP

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This is a simple, basic bean soup. It's very easy to assemble, and it tastes great, too! Try adding other vegetables, if desired.

Provided by Chris Davis

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound dry great Northern beans
8 cups water
12 baby carrots
1 cup chopped onion
½ pound chopped ham
¼ cup ketchup
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the beans with the water, cover and let soak overnight.
In a large pot over medium high heat, combine the soaked beans with water, carrots, onion and ham. Add more water to cover all, if necessary. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 4 to 6 hours. Add ketchup just to get desired color. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 380.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

BASIC ITALIAN BEAN SOUP

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Simple and basic Italian bean soup. Great for a quick fix during the week. My Italian mother-in-law rattled this one out to me over the phone years ago. So glad I wrote it down quick! She doesn't remember telling me. The kids love it for a simple and quick dinner.

Provided by Dawn Wensdofer Brower

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

olive oil
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, or more to taste
2 cups tomato sauce
24 ounces prepared cannellini beans
1 tablespoon dried basil
½ teaspoon oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes; add garlic and continue cooking until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes more.
Pour tomato sauce into the pot; stir. Add cannelini beans, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the beans are hot, 5 to 7 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 997.3 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

Tips:

Soaking the beans: Soaking the beans overnight or for at least 8 hours helps to reduce cooking time and makes the beans more digestible.
Cooking the beans: Beans can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as boiling, simmering, or using a slow cooker. Be sure to cook the beans until they are tender but not mushy. Cooking time will vary depending on the type of bean and the cooking method.
Seasoning the beans: Beans can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, such as garlic, onion, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. You can also add vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and tomatoes, to the soup.
Serving the beans: Bean soup can be served as a main course or a side dish. It can also be used as a base for other dishes, such as burritos, tacos, and enchiladas.

Conclusion:

Bean soup is a delicious, nutritious, and affordable meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make a pot of bean soup that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and budget-friendly meal, give bean soup a try.