Best 3 Pink Bean Soup Recipes
Pink bean soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is made with dried pink beans, which are simmered in a broth until they are tender. Vegetables such as onions, carrots, and celery are often added to the soup, as well as herbs and spices like bay leaves, thyme, and paprika. Pink bean soup is a great source of protein and fiber, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. It can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and it is often paired with bread or crackers.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PINK BEAN SOUP
This is a recipe I've been searching for for a long time. On my trips to Southern California, I would always stop in a restaurant named Keefer's Inn in King City, California. Unfortunately, the restaurant changed hands and this soup served there wasn't the same.In the old restaurant, in their gift shop, burlap bags of pink beans were sold along with a recipe card for this soup. I never bought one because I thought the restaurant would be there forever! I wrote in to a local newspaper food column asking if anyone still had the recipe and lucked out! Pink beans are smallish, sweet, meaty beans sometimes are known as chili beans; however, any pea or bean will work. I just love the pink beans for this savory soup. * cooking time does not include overnight soaking ** a ham bone can certainly be used instead of a ham hock
Provided by Chattes
Categories Beans
Time 3h20m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rinse the beans, checking for stones and debris.
- Soak beans overnight.
- Saute bacon until crisp, drain.
- Add carrots, celery, onions and garlic to bacon grease.
- Saute 5-10minutes.
- Drain beans.
- Put in bean soup pot along with carrots, celery, onions and garlic.
- Add the cooked bacon.
- Add the ham hock, tomato sauce and water.
- Bring to a boil, turn the heat down and simmer for 2 1/2 hours until beans are soft.
- Remove the ham hock and pull the meat from the bone.
- Chop and return meat to the soup.
- Remove 1/4th to 1/3rd of the beans, mash or puree.
- Return to pot and simmer another 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Skim off unwanted grease.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve.
PINK BEAN, QUINOA, AND SPINACH SOUP
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large soup pot. Add the onion and sauté over medium-low heat until translucent. Add the carrots and garlic and continue to sauté until all are golden, about 5 minutes.
- Add 6 cups water, followed by the bouillon cubes, tomatoes, quinoa, beans, curry powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Bring to a rapid simmer, then cover and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes, until the quinoa is tender.
- Add the spinach and cover. Cook for just a minute or two, until it is wilted, then stir it into the soup. Adjust the consistency with a little more water if the soup is too dense; season with salt and pepper and serve.
- menu suggestions
- For a delicious soup-and-salad meal, pair this with Mixed Greens with Sprouts, Apple, and Daikon (page 179) and serve with fresh whole-grain olive bread or a fresh flatbread such as pita or lavash.
- To complete the meal without using further recipes, serve with vegan cheese quesadillas (use a griddle on the stovetop or bake in a 400°F oven) or simple nachos (tortilla chips topped with melted vegan cheese and, if you'd like, some green chiles), and a salad of mixed greens, tomatoes, peppers, and olives.
- nutrition information
- Calories: 181
- Total Fat: 5g
- Protein: 7.5g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
PINK BEAN SOUP WITH RADICCHIO
Provided by Barbara Kafka
Categories soups and stews
Time 4h40m
Yield 4 - 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rinse beans. In a small soup pot, add beans and 2 1/2 cups water. Bring quickly to a boil, shut off heat and cover. Allow to sit 1 hour.
- Put radicchio in a saucepan and add stock. Simmer for 40 minutes, turning once. Drain, but reserve cooking liquid. Cut radicchio crosswise into half-inch strips. There should be about a cup.
- Drain and rinse beans. Return to soup pot and cover with reserved cooking liquid. Simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until tender.
- Stir in cooked and sliced radicchio, plus salt and pepper to taste .
- Add remaining ingredients, except cheese, and reheat to boiling. Remove from heat and serve with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 77, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 836 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
Tips:
- Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight helps to soften them and reduce the cooking time. 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 beans: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of beans. Pink beans, black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans are all good choices for this soup.
- Add vegetables to the soup: Vegetables such as carrots, celery, onions, and garlic add flavor and nutrition to the soup. You can also add other vegetables, such as potatoes, corn, or tomatoes.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
- Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers: Pink bean soup is a hearty and filling soup that can be served as a main course or a side dish. Serve it with a side of bread or crackers for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
Pink bean soup is a delicious and nutritious soup that is easy to make. It is a great way to use up leftover beans, and it is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. This soup can be enjoyed by people of all ages, and it is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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