In this comprehensive culinary guide, we will explore the rich depths of flavor inherent in "lucky bean soup," a dish that has delighted taste buds for generations. Renowned for its enchanting blend of textures and the harmonious fusion of diverse ingredients, this delectable soup embodies the essence of culinary artistry. As we delve into the secrets of this treasured recipe, you will discover the perfect balance of spices, the tantalizing aroma of fresh herbs, and the velvety texture of slow-cooked beans, all combining to create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Join us on this culinary adventure as we unlock the mysteries behind this timeless dish and embark on a sensory journey that will elevate your cooking skills and ignite your passion for creating extraordinary meals.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
LUCKY BEAN SOUP
This recipe is from a bean soup gift pack I developed as a fund-raiser for our church. We provide it along with the beans and a packet containing all the spices. The recipient just adds water and a can of tomatoes for a delicious pot of savory soup. -Doris Cox, South Orange, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 2h45m
Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place the split peas, lentils and 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 to 4 hours or until beans are softened. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid., Drain and rinse, discarding liquid. Add water and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until beans are tender., Stir in tomatoes; increase heat to medium. Cook, uncovered, for 15-30 minutes. Discard bay leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GOOD LUCK SOUP (13 BEAN SOUP)
A southern favorite with some cornbread and fresh garden tomatoes and cukes! I also posted a supreme style version on this site--check it out.
Provided by Spyder-man
Categories Beans
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Wash beans.
- Place bouillon, chicken and beans in large pot with water.
- Boil; reduce to slow boil for 45 minutes.
- Sauté onion in oil and add tomatoes and thyme.
- Mix well.
- Pour tomatoes into bean pot.
- Continue to cook at a low boil; add sausage and chili powder.
- Let simmer for 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- After that time has passed, turn stove off and stir in the sherry.
- Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
FAVA BEAN SOUP
Provided by Anne Burrell
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil over medium heat and set up a bowl of well-salted ice water. Add the shelled fava beans to the boiling water. Once the water has come back to a boil, cook the beans for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove them from the boiling water and immediately put them into the bowl of salted ice water. Once the beans have cooled completely, strain them from the ice water. Peel the tough, light green outer layer from the beans. You will be left with a delicate, lovely vibrantly green tender fava bean. MMMMMM! Reserve these little lovelies.
- Coat a large saucepan over medium-high heat with extra-virgin olive oil. Add the bacon (if using, if not just start with the onions and celery) and once the bacon has started to become brown and crispy and is very aromatic, add the diced onions and celery. Season with salt, to taste, and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Cook the onions and celery until they become translucent and are very aromatic. Add the smashed garlic cloves and the diced potato, stir to coat with the oil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 2/3 of the reserved fava beans and 4 cups stock. Taste for seasoning and add salt, if needed. Bring the stock to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
- When the potatoes are tender enough to slide easily off a fork when cooked, puree the soup in a blender* until smooth. You probably will have to do this in batches. Return the soup to the pot, and add the remaining fava beans. If the soup is too thick, add some the remaining stock to adjust the consistency. Taste the soup to check the seasoning and reseason, if needed.
- Ladle the soup into serving dishes, give them a little sprinkle of grated Parmesan and a drizzle of big fat finishing oil.
- Fava beany-weany delicious!
LUIGI'S BEAN SOUP
Beans, legumes, peas ... whatever term you use, they are wonderful foods. Their proteins complement those in grains, so they pair well with breads. Europe has wonderful country bean dishes, like this simple meatless soup from rural Italy.
Provided by Food Network
Time 3h50m
Yield 4 to 5 cups thick soup. Serves
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- You will need a large pot with a lid. Rinse beans in cold water to clean, then place in large saucepan, cover with 3 to 4 inches of cold water and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam, drain off water, and cover beans again with cold water to a depth of 3 to 4 inches. Put back on heat. As water heats, add tomatoes, scallions, oil, celery, garlic, black pepper, and basil. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer covered for 2 to 3 hours, until beans are cooked and tender. Check beans every so often to ensure that they aren't running dry. Add more water if necessary. Once beans are cooked, add salt, and bring back to a rolling boil for 3 to 5 minutes to thicken. Set aside until ready to serve, then reheat, and transfer to serving dish. Serve hot, topped with a sprinkling of grated cheese and of freshly ground black pepper. Put out pepper and extra cheese so guests can adjust flavorings as they wish.
QUICK BEAN SOUP
A co-worker of mine brought this soup for everyone to sample at lunch one day. I ended up eating a heaping bowlful even though I don't normally care for soup. It's that good.-Dorothy Anderson, Woodstock, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 servings (about 2-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. saucepan, combine onion, carrots, celery and water. Bring to a boil; boil for 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients; mix well. Heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 1270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
HEARTY BEAN SOUP
Classic bean soup recipe. Can be made Italian by adding 3 tablespoons pesto and 1 cup cooked pasta to the finished soup. Can be made Mexican by using black beans, adding 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons cumin when tomato paste is added. Can be made chunky by adding diced carrot, potato and shredded cabbage to the veggie list.
Provided by marci rogers
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas
Time 10h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pour water over navy beans in a large container to cover by several inches; soak 8 hours to overnight.
- Combine soaked beans, chicken broth, water, onion, celery, garlic, and bay leaf in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until beans are almost tender, about 1 hour.
- Stir tomato paste and sea salt into bean mixture; simmer soup another 45 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf.
- Ladle about half the soup into a large bowl; pour soup into a blender, working in batches, filling blender no more than half full. Hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend until smooth. Pour pureed soup into pot with unblended soup; stir in parsley and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 14.5 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 476.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CLASSIC BLACK BEAN SOUP
Enjoy your dinner with this black bean soup - perfect for a tasty meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In 2-quart saucepan, place beans and enough water to cover beans by 2 inches. Heat to boiling; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 1 hour. Drain beans; set aside.
- In 3- or 4-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook 3 cups onions and the bell pepper in oil 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add cumin, oregano and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add drained beans, broth and water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Partially cover; simmer 1 hour 30 minutes or until beans are tender. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
- In blender, place half of bean mixture. Cover; blend on high speed until smooth. Return pureed soup to remaining soup in pan. Stir in lime juice, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Serve with cheese, finely chopped onion, sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 11 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg
Tips:
- Choose the right beans: Use small, dried beans like navy beans, black beans, or pinto beans. Larger beans, like kidney beans, can be used, but they will take longer to cook.
- Soak the beans overnight: This will help them to cook more evenly and quickly. If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrition to the soup. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, and tomatoes.
- Add some herbs and spices: This will give the soup a more flavorful taste. Some good choices include bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.
- Let the soup simmer for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers: This will help to soak up the broth and make the meal more satisfying.
Conclusion:
Lucky bean soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very affordable and easy-to-make soup. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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