Best 4 French Market Bean Soup Recipes

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French market bean soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This soup is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, including French market beans, carrots, celery, and onions. It is also seasoned with garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. The soup is typically simmered for several hours, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have had a chance to meld together. French market bean soup can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.

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FRENCH MARKET SOUP



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An old friend gave me this recipe and it is so heart-warming in the cold, winter months. I think it is even more flavorful the next day and it's best made the day before serving. Leftovers freeze well.-Terri Lowe, Lumberton, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h50m

Yield 12 servings (4-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups assorted dried beans for soup
2 smoked ham hocks
12 cups water
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
2 medium onions, chopped
1/4 to 1/3 cup lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 pound smoked kielbasa, chopped
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup dry red wine or chicken broth
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Sort beans and rinse in cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1-4 hours or until beans are softened., Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid; return beans to the pan. Add the ham hocks, water, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 hours or until beans are tender., Remove ham hocks; set aside until cool enough to handle. Add the tomatoes, onions, lemon juice, garlic and chili powder to the beans. Simmer 1 hour longer., Remove ham from bones and cut into cubes; discard bones. Return ham to soup. Stir in the kielbasa, chicken, wine and parsley. Simmer for 30-40 minutes or until heated through and as thick as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 18g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

FRENCH MARKET BEAN SOUP



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Winter is the perfect time for warming soups. I was given a version of this recipe many years ago, and it has become adapted and changed to make it a staple in our house at this time of year. For teacher gifts this year, I packaged the beans in a decorative bag, attached a tiny tabasco sauce, and the recipe. It was a hit!

Provided by cmacooks

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 16h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

1/3 cup dried black beans
1/3 cup garbanzo beans
1/3 cup dried black-eyed peas
1/3 cup dried kidney beans
1/3 cup dried pinto bean
1/3 cup dried navy beans
1/3 cup dried lentils
1/3 cup split peas
1/3 cup lima beans
1 tablespoon salt
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 quart water
1 quart v-8 vegetable juice
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
2 medium onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
6 stalks celery, with leaves,chopped
1 whole bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Tabasco sauce
1 lb smoked sausage (I prefer beef)
1/2 whole chicken

Steps:

  • Wash and sort beans.
  • Add water to cover beans and soak overnight with the 1 T salt.
  • Drain the beans.
  • Place in a large soup pot with 1 quart of water, bay leaves and thyme.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered for one to two hours.
  • Add all other ingredients except chicken and sausage.
  • Simmer one to one and a half hours uncovered.
  • Add chicken and cut up sausage.
  • Cover, and continue to cook until chicken is tender.
  • Skin and debone chicken 10 minutes before serving.
  • Add the reserved parsley.
  • Serve hot with your favorite bread.
  • This freezes beautifully.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 81.8, Sodium 2580.7, Carbohydrate 48.2, Fiber 13.7, Sugar 9.9, Protein 37.6

FRENCH MARKET BEAN SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Pork     High Fiber     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb Cajun bean mix
Ham hocks or pieces
2 16 oz cans tomatoes, chopped
1 med Sweet pepper, chopped
1 lg onion, chopped
6 stalks celery, chopped
1 lb sausage
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3-4 chicken pieces or breasts
1 TBL Tony's Creole Seasoning
Salt & Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wash beans. Ad 1 T salt & water to cover. Bring to a boil & leave 3-4 hours. Drain. Add 3 qts water & ham seasonings. Simmer, covered, 3hrs Add 2 cans tomatoes & creole seasoning. Simmer 1-1/2 hrs uncovered. Saute peppers, onions, celery, garlic, sausage, add to soup. (Mom does not saute, just adds to soup) Add chicken breasts to soup and simmer until chicken is done. Add salt and pepper to taste Serve with rice.

FRENCH MARKET SOUP



French Market Soup image

Make and share this French Market Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Karen Escobar

Categories     Beans

Time 5h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups dry mixed beans (pinto, butterbeans, blackeyed peas, kidney, black, garbanzo, navy, green or yellow split peas)
2 -3 quarts water
ham hock (optional)
herbs (thyme, bay leaf, parsley)
2 onions, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt & pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb link sausage (diced)
2 boneless chicken breasts (diced)
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup parsley

Steps:

  • Wash & drain bean mix, add 2 - 3 qts. water, ham hock (if using) and herbs.
  • Simmer, covered, 2.5 - 3 hours.
  • Add tomatoes, onions, celery, garlic, salt & pepper.
  • Simmer, covered 1.5 hours until creamy.
  • Brown sausage and chicken in 2 tablespoons olive oil, then add to soup.
  • Simmer 30 - 40 minutes.
  • Before serving add 1/2 cup red wine and 1/2 cup parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.9, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 51.7, Sodium 270.1, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 13.3

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight helps to soften them and reduce their cooking time. If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute and then letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Use a variety of beans: This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans, so feel free to experiment with different types of beans. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Add vegetables: Vegetables add flavor and nutrition to the soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, and garlic. You can also add other vegetables, such as potatoes, turnips, or parsnips.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a flavorful broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or beef broth. You can also make your own broth by simmering bones and vegetables in water.
  • Season the soup to taste: Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

French Market Bean Soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables. This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting soup, give French Market Bean Soup a try.

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