Basic Bean Soup

This is a simple, basic bean soup. It’s very easy to assemble, and it tastes great, too! Try adding other vegetables, if desired.

Step: 1

In a large bowl, combine the beans with the water, cover and let soak overnight.

Step: 2

In a large pot over medium high heat, combine the soaked beans with water, carrots, onion and ham. Add more water to cover all, if necessary. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 4 to 6 hours. Add ketchup just to get desired color. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Per Serving: 181 calories; protein 12.8g; carbohydrates 27g; fat 2.9g; cholesterol 13.4mg; sodium 380.6mg.

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Stew has a perception for being a rib-sticking eating process that warms you up on a cold , winter day. It’s true ; a bowl of classic beef stew does have warming featured food , but stew’s cozy factor goes way beyond preserving you from the chill . It’s all about those soft and chunks of food and vegetables, swimming in a thick, ultra-rich gravy. The more they come together creates the greatest comfort food, no matter the weather.