Best 10 Hearty Bean Soup Mix Recipes

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Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our hearty bean soup mix, a symphony of flavors and textures that will warm your soul on chilly days. This versatile mix forms the base for a comforting and nutritious soup, packed with wholesome goodness. Whether you prefer a classic hearty bean soup or crave something more adventurous, our article unveils a collection of delectable recipes to satisfy every palate. From the traditional slow-cooker version to the zesty Mexican-inspired soup, each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless dish.

Indulge in the classic hearty bean soup, a comforting blend of tender beans, savory broth, and aromatic vegetables. This timeless recipe promises a soul-satisfying experience, perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick and easy lunch. If you're craving a spicy kick, try our Mexican-inspired bean soup, where the vibrant flavors of chili, cumin, and cilantro dance on your tongue.

For those seeking a hearty and flavorful vegetarian option, our lentil and bean soup is a must-try. Bursting with protein and fiber, this soup is not only delicious but also incredibly satisfying. And for a unique twist, our creamy white bean and sausage soup combines the richness of sausage with the velvety texture of white beans, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

No matter your taste preferences, our hearty bean soup mix has something for everyone. With its versatility and ease of preparation, this mix is a pantry staple that will become your go-to comfort food. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you feeling warm, satisfied, and utterly delighted.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HEARTY VEGETABLE BEAN SOUP



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Chock-full of vegetables and beans, this hearty soup is sure to satisfy your hungry bunch on a winter night. Writes Cathy Seed from Hudson, Ohio. "This soup is wonderfully easy to make and very tasty. In summer, use fresh produce from the garden or your local farmer's market. In winter, just use frozen or open some cans of veggies-it couldn't be simpler!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup thinly sliced zucchini
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 cup frozen white or frozen shoepeg corn
4 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute the carrots, zucchini, onion and red pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add the broth, beans, tomatoes, corn, cumin and cayenne; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

HEARTY BEAN SOUP MIX



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I love this type of thing on my pantry shelf. I can have it anytime. Of course, it is great for gift giving also.

Provided by Susan Cutler

Categories     Bean Soups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 c beef bouillon granules
1/2 c green split peas
1/4 c pearled barley
1/4 c dry lentils
1/3 c red kidney beans
1/4 c dried onion flakes
2 tsp dried italian seasoning
1/4 c uncooked long-grain white rice
2 bay leaves
1/2 c uncooked small, dry pasta

Steps:

  • 1. Directions: In a standard Mason jar, layer the bouillon, split peas, pearled barley, lentils, kidney beans, onion flakes, Italian seasoning, rice, bay leaves and pasta. Seal tightly.
  • 2. To give as a gift, attach a small card with the following instructions... TO MAKE THE SOUP~~ INGREDIENTS: 1 pound ground beef or chuck roast, cubed 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 (14.5 ounce) can tomato sauce 2 1/2 quarts water 1 batch dry soup mix
  • 3. Directions: Pat dry the ground beef or chopped chuck roast, then coat with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water and soup mix. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until the pasta, peas, lentils, beans and barley are tender.

HEARTY BEAN SOUP



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This soup is convenient to simmer all day in a slow cooker, and your family will love it. -Alice Schnoor, Arion, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h10m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups chopped parsnips
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 cups dried great northern beans
5 cups water
1-1/2 pounds smoked ham hocks
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, place parsnips, carrots and onion. Top with beans. Add water, ham, garlic, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Cover and cook on high for 6-7 hours or until beans are tender. , Remove meat and bones from slow cooker. When cool enough to handle, cut meat into bite-sized pieces and return to slow cooker; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 686mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY NAVY BEAN SOUP



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My family loves navy bean soup! Beans were a commodity you did not survive without in the '30s. This excellent navy beans and ham soup is a real family favorite of ours and I make it often. -Mildred Lewis, Temple, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups (1-1/2 pounds) dried navy beans
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 large onion, chopped
1 meaty ham hock or 1 cup diced cooked ham
2 cups chicken broth
2-1/2 cups water
Salt and pepper to taste
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions., Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Place in a Dutch oven. Add the tomatoes with juice, onion, ham hock, broth, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-1/2 hours., Add more water if necessary. Remove ham hock and let it stand until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bone; discard bone. Cut meat into bite-sized pieces; set aside. (For a thicker soup, cool slightly, then puree beans in a food processor or blender and return to pan.) Return ham to soup and heat through. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 16g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEALTHY & HEARTY BLACK BEAN SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, onion, celery, carrot, red bell pepper, garlic, jalapeño pepper, salt, pepper, cumin, black beans, vegetable stock, bay leaf, avocado, queso fresco, fresh cilantro, tortilla chip

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons cumin
60 oz black beans, 4 cans, drained, rinsed
4 cups vegetable stock
1 bay leaf
avocado, chopped, to serve
queso fresco, crumbled, to serve
fresh cilantro, chopped, to serve
tortilla chip, crumbled, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stock-pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat until the oil begins to shimmer.
  • Add onions, celery, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
  • Add garlic, salt, and pepper, and continue to cook for an additional 10 minutes until vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent.
  • Add cumin, black beans, vegetable stock, and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
  • Cover the pot and cook over low heat for 30 minutes until the beans are very tender.
  • Remove the bay leaf. Transfer about 4 cups (900 g) of the soup to a blender and puree until smooth, being careful not to splatter hot soup all over yourself and kitchen.
  • Pour blended soup back into the pot and mix to incorporate.
  • Keep over low heat until ready to serve. Garnish with fresh avocado, queso fresco, chopped cilantro, and tortilla chips.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 865 calories, Carbohydrate 89 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 14 grams

HEARTY BEEF & BEAN SOUP



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I love cooking, and often share my soups with my co-workers-and they're happy I do. This one is perfect for late summer, because it has a lot of zippy flavor but isn't as heavy as chili. I use my homegrown cayenne peppers in the recipe. -Lori Steiner, Maquoketa, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (13-1/2 ounces) beef smoked sausage, sliced
2 serrano peppers, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 carton (32 ounces) beef broth
2 cups water

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles. Drain., Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until flavors are blended. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts :

HEARTY BEAN SOUP WITH HAM



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This hearty soup is a real crowd-pleaser served with fresh corn bread. No one can believe how quick and easy it is to make.-Nelda Cameron, Cleveland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) condensed bean with bacon soup, undiluted
2 cups diced fully cooked ham
2 cups water
2 tablespoons canned diced jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter for 3 minutes. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to a Dutch oven or soup kettle. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 806mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

HEARTY BEAN SOUP



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Classic bean soup recipe. Can be made Italian by adding 3 tablespoons pesto and 1 cup cooked pasta to the finished soup. Can be made Mexican by using black beans, adding 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons cumin when tomato paste is added. Can be made chunky by adding diced carrot, potato and shredded cabbage to the veggie list.

Provided by marci rogers

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 10h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 cups water
1 onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Pour water over navy beans in a large container to cover by several inches; soak 8 hours to overnight.
  • Combine soaked beans, chicken broth, water, onion, celery, garlic, and bay leaf in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until beans are almost tender, about 1 hour.
  • Stir tomato paste and sea salt into bean mixture; simmer soup another 45 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf.
  • Ladle about half the soup into a large bowl; pour soup into a blender, working in batches, filling blender no more than half full. Hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend until smooth. Pour pureed soup into pot with unblended soup; stir in parsley and adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 14.5 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 476.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

HEARTY SPLIT PEA SOUP



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For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is peppery rather than smoky, and a tasty change of pace. -Barbara Link, Alta Loma, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) dried split peas
8 cups water
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 large onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 cups cubed cooked corned beef or ham
1/2 cup chopped celery
5 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until peas and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY ITALIAN WHITE BEAN SOUP



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A bowlful of this soup is so satisfying, it's hard to believe it's actually good for you, too. I crave it all the time. With lots of beans and potatoes, it's filling and even hits the spot with meat lovers. -Kristina Krummel, Elkins, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 to 2-1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add potato and carrots; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add onion, celery, zucchini and jalapeno; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 714mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right beans. Different beans have different flavors and textures, so choose the ones that you like best. You can also use a mix of beans for a more complex flavor.
  • Soak the beans. Soaking the beans overnight will help them to cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Vegetables add flavor, nutrients, and color to the soup. Use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
  • Add some meat or protein. If you want a more hearty soup, add some meat or protein, such as ham, bacon, or sausage. You can also add lentils or tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Season the soup well. Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Let the soup simmer. Simmering the soup for a long period of time will help to develop the flavors.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, crackers, or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Hearty bean soup is a delicious and nutritious meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a hearty bean soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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