Best 5 Bean Counter Chowder Recipes
"Bean Counter Chowder" is a ridiculously easy, hearty, and healthy soup that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a quick lunch. It's packed with vegetables, beans, and spices, and it's sure to please the whole family. The best part is that it can be made in just 30 minutes, so you can have a delicious and nutritious meal on the table in no time.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BEAN COUNTER CHOWDER
This hearty chowder is one of our favorite vegetarian dishes. Loaded with beans, noodles and bright herbs, it's so comforting on a chilly day. -Vivian Haen, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomato; simmer for 5 minutes. Add the broth, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes. Add beans and macaroni; return to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until macaroni is tender, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 676mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SOUTHWESTERN BEAN CHOWDER
Even though there is a bit of heat from the spices and green chiles, my young children love this soup as much as my husband does. I like using white kidney beans-they have a terrific texture. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mash 1 can beans with a fork; set aside., In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, celery and pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the mashed beans, broth, corn, carrot, chiles, cumin, chili powder and remaining beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes., Combine cornstarch and milk until smooth. Stir into bean mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted. Serve with cilantro and additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HEARTY BEAN CHOWDER
A meal in itself. This recipe could easily be made meatless. I sometimes serve it over rice for a whole meal, or by itself as a hearty soup.
Provided by Adam Pack
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders
Time 2h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium high heat, saute the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon and some of the fat; drain and set aside. Keep about 2 tablespoons of fat in the pot, add the flour and stir well to form a roux. Heat the roux until it is a dark brownish color, about 5 minutes.
- Add the onions, celery, sesame oil and carrots to the roux and saute for 2 minutes, stirring well. Add the garlic and heat for 2 more minutes. Add the water and stir well. Finally, add the white beans, black beans, cayenne pepper to taste and ground black pepper to taste.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 2 hours, or until the vegetables and beans are tender and the soup is the consistency you want. If the veggies aren't tender but its too thick, you can always add more water. Return the bacon to the soup and season with salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 204.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
BROWN BEAN CHOWDER
This bean chowder is similar to chili. It's one of the most popular dishes at Tulsa Public Schools. Those of us growing up in the 60's and 70's remember it fondly as a favorite treat. A real stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. Tradition dictates that it is served with cinnamon rolls. This was given to me by my grandmother who was a dietician/cook for over 40 years.
Provided by Tonysgirl
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 3h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the beans and water in a large pot. Bring to a boil, and cook until the beans are almost tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons of chili powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.
- While the beans are cooking, crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is tender and meat is browned. Drain off excess grease, and stir in the tomato puree, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon salt and bread crumbs. Stir into the pot with the beans, adding more water if needed to achieve your desired thickness. Taste and adjust seasonings if you like before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1116.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
CORN AND BEAN CHOWDER
This is a nice cold weather recipe. Originally found in the "More With Less" cookbook, I modified it a bit to make it a little healthier. You can add cooked potatoes if you would like a thicker soup, but we didn't feel it needed it. The original recipe called for fresh or frozen corn. I used frozen. I wouldn't attempt to use canned corn here, but my husband hates canned corn and won't eat anything that it is in. So take that on advisement!
Provided by ladypit
Categories Chowders
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot heat the oil.
- Saute the onions and garlic.
- Add 3 cups of corn, the stock, and the nutmeg.
- Bring it to a boil and simmer until the corn is tender.
- Meanwhile puree the additional 1 cup of corn in a blender or food processor.
- When the corn and stock is tender add the pureed corn, the milk, the kidney beans, and the salt.
- Bring it almost to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 443.2, Carbohydrate 46.6, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 11.1, Protein 10.3
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and seafood make all the difference in a chowder.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. Too much seafood or vegetables can make the chowder watery and bland.
- Use a variety of vegetables. Different vegetables add different flavors and textures to the chowder. Good choices include corn, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions.
- Use a flavorful broth. The broth is the base of the chowder, so it's important to use a flavorful one. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or seafood broth.
- Season to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers. Chowder is a thick and hearty soup, so it's best served with something to soak up the broth.
- Garnish with fresh herbs. Fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill add a pop of color and flavor to the chowder.
Conclusion:
Chowder is a delicious and versatile soup that can be made with a variety of ingredients. With a little planning and effort, you can make a chowder that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give chowder a try.
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