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15-Bean Soup Recipe

American · Soup · 140 min total

A hearty and comforting soup made with a mix of 15 different beans, slow-simmered with aromatics and ham for a rich, smoky flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (about 2 cups) 15-bean soup mix, rinsed and sorted
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 ham hock or 1 cup diced ham
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Place the rinsed beans in a large pot and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.
2. In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ham hock or diced ham, broth, water, bay leaf, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Stir in the drained beans and tomatoes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until beans are tender.
5. Remove the ham hock, if using. Let cool slightly, then shred the meat, discarding bone and fat. Return meat to the pot.
6. Season with salt to taste. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Tips

• For a vegetarian version, omit ham and use vegetable broth.
• Serve with crusty bread or cornbread.
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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