This soup is a comforting and satisfying dish that is perfect for a chilly night. The combination of sixteen different beans gives this soup a rich and hearty flavor, while the sour cream adds a creamy and tangy touch. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 package of sixteen bean soup mix
- 8 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- Rinse the beans and soak them overnight in water.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened.
- Add the soaked beans and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, or until beans are tender.
- Stir in the thyme and season with salt and pepper.
- Using an immersion blender, blend a portion of the soup to thicken it slightly.
- Whisk in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Beans are a great source of protein, fiber, and nutrients.
Sour cream adds a creamy and tangy element to this soup.
Sixteen bean soup mix typically contains a variety of beans such as navy, lentils, pinto, black, red, and garbanzo beans.