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Bean Soup With Sausage And More Southwest Flavors Nutritious Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Arizona with this hearty Southwest bean soup! Made with tender dried beans (soaked for speed!), savory sausage, and the unique taste of Hatch green chiles (or jalapeños for a fiery kick!), this recipe is a comforting classic. Learn how to quickly soak dried beans for restaurant-quality results in under 3 hours. This recipe is perfect for a chilly evening and freezes beautifully (omit potatoes before freezing). Serve with warm corn tortillas or cornbread for a complete Southwestern feast!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 180 mins
Calories 469.2 kcal
Protein 43g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Bean Soup With Sausage And More Southwest Flavors Nutritious 73

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bean Soup With Sausage And More Southwest Flavors Nutritious

  • 1 cup dried pinto beans
  • Canola oil, as needed for sautéing
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
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  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth or homemade stock
  • 4 cups water (for soaking beans)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
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  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
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  • 2 medium potatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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  • 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chiles
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

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How to Make Bean Soup With Sausage And More Southwest Flavors Nutritious

  1. Rinse 1 cup dried pinto beans and soak in 4 cups of water for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 lb. of your favorite sausage (Italian or chorizo recommended) over medium-high heat. Remove sausage and set aside.
  3. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional). Cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Add the soaked beans, 4 cups chicken broth (or homemade stock), 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 (4-ounce) can of chopped green chiles (Hatch or jalapeño), 2 medium carrots, chopped, and 2 medium potatoes, chopped.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, or until beans are tender.
  7. Stir in 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro and the cooked sausage. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with extra chopped cilantro and additional green chiles if desired. Enjoy with warm corn tortillas or cornbread!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

33g

Carbs

14g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Main Dish Soups Stews Beans Pork American Southwestern United States Dietary One Dish Meal Low Cholesterol Low Calorie Comfort Food Oamc Freezer Make Ahead Low Carb Inexpensive Healthy 2 Low In Something Meat Pork Sausage Taste Mood Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less