Best 10 Southwestern Style Fifteen Bean Soup Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and flavorful soups, there exists a captivating dish known as southwestern style fifteen bean soup, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with a symphony of textures and flavors. Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of the American Southwest, this soup showcases a captivating blend of beans, aromatic spices, and a rich broth, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you seek a comforting meal on a chilly evening or a satisfying lunch break companion, southwestern style fifteen bean soup stands as a beacon of culinary delight, beckoning you to embark on a culinary adventure.

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SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SOUP



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When a friend needs a night off from cooking, I throw together this one-pot meal. I deliver it with tortilla chips, shredded cheese and sour cream for garnish. The pepper sauce can be ranged to suit individual tastes, and the broth can be eliminated for a thicker batch. -Jackie Hacker, Seville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken or vegetable broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
4 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the onion in oil until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN STYLE FIFTEEN BEAN SOUP



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Tasty fifteen bean soup with a southwestern flair! I cook it in a slow cooker beginning the night before, and it is a hot meal when we get home from work the next day.

Provided by terrielyn

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

Time 16h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package 15 bean soup mix
12 cups water
1 pound bacon
2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort the beans in the mix. Place them in a slow cooker on low setting with the water. Cook overnight. The next morning, add the ham, chile peppers, chili powder, crushed red pepper, onion and garlic and continue to cook on low for 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 878.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SOUTHWESTERN SOUP



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A Southwestern kick adds zip and zest to this tomato basil-based soup. With corn, salsa and beans, this recipe is guaranteed to spice up a cool fall night. Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups water
4 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cups frozen corn
2 cups salsa
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 to 2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 to 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Tortilla chips, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. , Sprinkle individual servings with cheese. Serve with tortilla chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 1039mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SOUTHWEST BEAN SOUP



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This soup is to die for! I eat it bowl by bowl until it's gone and never get tired of it. It's perfect for anyone on a diet like Weight Watchers or South Beach. Adapted from TOH Healthy Cooking Dec 2008.

Provided by MarylandMomof3

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 45m

Yield 2 1/4 quarts, 13 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, large, chopped
1 green pepper, medium, chopped
3 garlic cloves
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed
28 ounces diced tomatoes, petite are best
8 ounces chopped green chilies
1 (15 ounce) can corn, vacuum packed niblets are best
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick saucepan, saute veggies and garlic until almost tender.
  • Stir in all but cilantro and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
  • Freezes well.

SOUTHWEST BEAN SOUP



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I made up this recipe because I'm a member of a weight loss program and want to lose weight safely. I've given this recipe to some other members. They've told me: "It's out of this world!" And, "It's the best soup I've ever eaten!" -Marianne Brown, Glendale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 13 servings (3-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1 cup frozen corn
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook and stir onion and green pepper over medium heat until almost tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the broth, beans, tomatoes, chilies, corn, chili powder and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST BLACK BEAN SOUP



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A friend brought this recipe to a gathering, and it's been a hit with my family ever since! I use brown rice for more fiber and whole grain goodness. -Jill Heatwole, Pittsville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1-1/2 cups cooked instant brown rice
6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick saucepan, saute the pepper, celery and onion in oil until tender. Add the beans, broth, tomatoes, chilies and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until thickened., Divide rice among six soup bowls; top with soup and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 655mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN STYLE FIFTEEN BEAN SOUP



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Tasty fifteen bean soup with a southwestern flair! I cook it in a slow cooker beginning the night before, and it is a hot meal when we get home from work the next day.

Provided by terrielyn

Categories     Bean and Pea Soups

Time 16h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package 15 bean soup mix
12 cups water
1 pound bacon
2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort the beans in the mix. Place them in a slow cooker on low setting with the water. Cook overnight. The next morning, add the ham, chile peppers, chili powder, crushed red pepper, onion and garlic and continue to cook on low for 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 878.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SOUTHWESTERN STYLE FIFTEEN BEAN SOUP



Southwestern Style Fifteen Bean Soup image

Tasty fifteen bean soup with a southwestern flair! I cook it in a slow cooker beginning the night before, and it is a hot meal when we get home from work the next day.

Provided by terrielyn

Categories     Bean and Pea Soups

Time 16h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package 15 bean soup mix
12 cups water
1 pound bacon
2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort the beans in the mix. Place them in a slow cooker on low setting with the water. Cook overnight. The next morning, add the ham, chile peppers, chili powder, crushed red pepper, onion and garlic and continue to cook on low for 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 878.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SOUTHWESTERN STYLE FIFTEEN BEAN SOUP



Southwestern Style Fifteen Bean Soup image

Tasty fifteen bean soup with a southwestern flair! I cook it in a slow cooker beginning the night before, and it is a hot meal when we get home from work the next day.

Provided by terrielyn

Categories     Bean and Pea Soups

Time 16h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package 15 bean soup mix
12 cups water
1 pound bacon
2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort the beans in the mix. Place them in a slow cooker on low setting with the water. Cook overnight. The next morning, add the ham, chile peppers, chili powder, crushed red pepper, onion and garlic and continue to cook on low for 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 878.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SOUTHWESTERN STYLE FIFTEEN BEAN SOUP



Southwestern Style Fifteen Bean Soup image

Tasty fifteen bean soup with a southwestern flair! I cook it in a slow cooker beginning the night before, and it is a hot meal when we get home from work the next day.

Provided by terrielyn

Categories     Bean and Pea Soups

Time 16h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package 15 bean soup mix
12 cups water
1 pound bacon
2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort the beans in the mix. Place them in a slow cooker on low setting with the water. Cook overnight. The next morning, add the ham, chile peppers, chili powder, crushed red pepper, onion and garlic and continue to cook on low for 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 878.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

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: This recipe calls for 15 different types of beans, but you can use any combination of beans that you like. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, navy beans, and great northern beans.
  • Add vegetables and spices to taste: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can add any vegetables that you like, such as onions, carrots, celery, potatoes, and corn. You can also add spices to taste, such as chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: This soup is delicious served with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, and cilantro. You can also serve it with cornbread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This southwestern-style fifteen-bean soup is a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious meal. It's perfect for a cold winter day or a busy weeknight. With its variety of beans, vegetables, and spices, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy soup recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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