Homemade Ten Bean Soup Recipe

Warm up with a hearty bowl of homemade ten bean soup! Packed with a variety of beans and vegetables, this soup is not only delicious but also nutritious. Perfect for a cold day or anytime you need a comforting meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried black beans
• 1 cup dried kidney beans
• 1 cup dried navy beans
• 1 cup dried pinto beans
• 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
• 1 cup dried lentils
• 1 cup dried split peas
• 1 cup dried chickpeas
• 1 cup dried lima beans
• 1 cup dried white beans
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, combine all the dried beans and cover with water. Let soak overnight.
2. Drain and rinse the beans, then return them to the pot.
3. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, and oregano.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until beans are tender.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Remove bay leaves before serving.

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