#butterbeansoup

[francesdrawsthings]

This rich and flavorful butter bean soup is ideal for a cozy evening. This soup, full of flavorful herbs and vegetables, is a delicious way to enjoy the health benefits of butter beans.

Ingredients: 1 lb butter beans, soaked overnight. 1 onion, chopped. 2 carrots, diced. 2 celery stalks, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 6 cups vegetable broth. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. 1 teaspoon dried rosemary. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Instructions: Warm up the olive oil in a big pot on medium heat. Add the garlic, celery, carrots, and onions. Saut the veggies until they become soft. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, soaked butter beans, rosemary, thyme, and salt and pepper. After bringing the soup to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer it until the beans are soft, one to two hours. Serve hot, adjusting the seasoning as necessary.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 90 minutes

Kids in Christ's Kingdom

[pizzaonface]

This creamy butter bean soup will take you back to the comforting tastes of the South. It's thick, tasty, and great for keeping you warm on a cold day.

Ingredients: 2 cans butter beans, drained and rinsed. 2 tablespoons butter. 1 onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth. 1 cup heavy cream. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, saut until softened. Stir in cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Add butter beans and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Christine

[therealcoolfooddude]

(via Mama’s Butter Bean Soup) For this butterbean soup, cruciferous vegetables, creamy butter beans, crisp white wine, and heavenly herbs come together in a perfect blend.