Old Fashioned Bean Soup
Experience the comforting flavours of a classic Old Fashioned Bean Soup made effortlessly in the microwave. This hearty and delicious recipe is perfect for those busy days when you're craving a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With the convenience of the microwave, you can have a bowl of flavourful soup ready in no time.
Our Old Fashioned Bean Soup combines the rich flavours of baked beans in tomato sauce with a medley of aromatic ingredients. The result is a soul-warming soup that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is a time-saving hack without compromising on taste and will become a go-to meal for your family.
Ingredients
- 200g diced bacon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 chopped onion
- 100g tomato paste
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- 1½ cups chopped potatoes
- 1½ cups grated carrot
- 1 cup chopped coriander leaves
- 1 litre beef stock
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon brown spirit vinegar
- 5¼ cups baked beans (3 cans)
Instructions
- In a large microwave-safe dish, combine the diced bacon, brown sugar, and chopped onion. Microwave on high for 5 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked and the onion is softened.
- Add the tomato paste, cherry tomatoes, chopped potatoes, grated carrot, and chopped coriander leaves to the dish. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Pour in the beef stock and add the turmeric, salt, ground black pepper, and curry powder. Stir to incorporate all the flavors.
- Microwave the dish on high for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender and the flavors have melded together. Carefully remove the dish from the microwave and give it a good stir.
- Add about ¾ of the baked beans to the dish and mix well. Then, add the brown spirit vinegar and stir to combine.
- Transfer the soup mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Return the mixture to the microwave-safe dish and add the remaining baked beans.
- Microwave for an additional 10 minutes on high, allowing the soup to heat through and the flavors to further develop.
- Remove the dish from the microwave and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Ladle the Old Fashioned Bean Soup into bowls and garnish with additional chopped coriander leaves, if desired.
- Serve hot and savor the comforting and flavorful soup with your loved ones.
Notes
- For a chunkier texture, you can choose to keep the baked beans whole instead of blending them. This adds an extra element of heartiness to the soup.
- Feel free to get creative with the spices! Adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences and experiment with different flavors to make the soup uniquely yours.
- This Old Fashioned Bean Soup freezes well, making it a convenient option for meal prep or future enjoyment. Simply store it in airtight containers or freezer bags for up to 3 months.
- When removing the hot soup mixture from the microwave, exercise caution and use oven mitts or kitchen towels to protect yourself from potential burns. Safety first!
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 477Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 33mgSodium 2048mgCarbohydrates 70gFiber 12gSugar 27gProtein 28g
This nutritional information is provided as a reference only and is not intended to replace the advise of a dietician or other health professional.
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