Five Bean Soup

Prep: 30 min Cook: 120 min

A hearty and flavorful five bean soup combining a variety of dried beans with savory herbs and spices, perfect for comforting family meals or gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 16 oz dried lima beans
  • 16 oz dried Great Northern beans
  • 16 oz dried kidney beans
  • 16 oz dried pinto beans
  • 16 oz dried split peas
  • 3 beef bouillon cubes
  • 3 Tbsp dried chives
  • 1 tsp dried savory

Instructions

  1. Combine all five types of dried beans and divide into four equal batches, about 3 3/4 cups each.
  2. Place the bean batches into separate large pots or a single large container for cooking.
  3. Add 3 beef bouillon cubes, 3 tablespoons dried chives, 1 teaspoon dried savory, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1 bay leaf to each batch.
  4. Cover with water and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer the beans until tender, approximately 1 to 2 hours, adding more water as needed.
  6. Remove bay leaf and serve hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

294 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14.1g 28% DV
Total Fat 8.7g 11% DV
Carbs 54.6g 20% DV
Fiber 18.6g 67% DV
Sugar 1.9g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9834mg 100% DV
Potassium 1566.5mg 33% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 970.8mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 206.2mg 100% DV
Calcium 666.3mg 51% DV
Iron 33.1mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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