Hearty and nutritious five bean soup to warm your soul

This five bean soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for chilly evenings. It is packed with protein and fiber from a variety of beans, making it a satisfying and healthy meal for the whole family.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of five bean soup mix (dried beans)
• 8 cups of water
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Directions

1. Rinse the five bean mix under cold water and drain well.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Add the dried beans, water, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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