BLACK BEAN SOUP LIKE PANERA BREAD CO.
I've been trying to replicate Panera Bread Co.'s black bean soup because I love it so much. I think this is my best attempt. Their soup has no discernable vegetables - just black beans in a thick bean broth. I've added vegetables here but pureed them so that they are just thickening the soup and adding fiber. This got an "A" for "almost like Panera's" from my family!
Provided by sandysweeney
Categories Black Beans
Time 2h10m
Yield 8 1 cup servings, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Soak black beans overnight or for at least eight hours.
- Rinse beans thoroughly and place in Dutch oven. Cover with water. Bring beans just to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer. Continue to add water as needed to keep the water level just above the beans. Simmer until beans are tender. About 90 minutes.
- When beans are tender, add the lime juice, cumin and garlic powder.
- Sauté all minced vegetables in vegetable oil until barely tender. Cover vegetables with vegetable broth and simmer until vegetables are very tender.
- Place vegetables with broth and 1/3 of black beans into a blender. Blend very well until the mixture is very smooth.
- Pour vegetable/bean puree back into bean mixture and if necessary, add a more vegetable broth if mixture seems too thick.
- If the soup is not to your thickness preference, mix cornstarch with equal parts cold water and mix with a spoon until well incorporated. Pour cornstarch/water mixture into bean soup, while simmering until the soup is the consistency you like.
- Top with regular or vegan sour cream, for a special touch and enjoy! Best served with a delicious grilled cheese sandwich (whole wheat and havarti).
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D Dkxi
[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed this soup. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket.
Anila Ubaid
[email protected]This soup is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices, and it turned out great.
Joy Sd Raj
[email protected]I'm allergic to onions, so I used leeks instead. The soup was still delicious.
Ben Scott
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!
Zaryab Salim
[email protected]I love that this soup can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
Ateeq Ateeq
[email protected]This soup is a great party food. I made a big batch for a potluck, and it was a hit.
ASMAU ABDU-ALIM
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook, and I found this recipe to be easy to follow. The soup turned out great!
Amber Roberts
[email protected]This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavor is amazing!
Safo Quurax
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The soup was still delicious.
Hakeem Aatif
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great comfort food when you're feeling sick.
Chrispus Dzombo
[email protected]I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
imuetinyan efe
[email protected]This soup is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also low in fat and calories, so it's a healthy choice for a meal.
Hells Kitty
[email protected]I'm a vegan, so I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. The soup was still delicious!
Jangir Malik
[email protected]This soup is a little spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great served with a side of sour cream or yogurt to cool it down a bit.
Kenos Jonathan
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker, and it was perfect! I just threw all the ingredients in the pot in the morning, and dinner was ready when I got home from work.
Ujala U
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover black beans. I added some extra vegetables, like corn and bell peppers, and it turned out great.
Murad Ali Murad Ali
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of black beans, but I loved this soup! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the soup is so creamy and satisfying. I'll definitely be making this again.
Momin Hossain
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of Panera Bread's black bean soup, so I was excited to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The soup is just as delicious as the restaurant version, and it's so much cheaper and easier to make at home.
Ahsantahir Tahir
[email protected]This black bean soup is a total game-changer! It's so easy to make, and the flavor is out of this world. I love that it's hearty and filling, yet still light and refreshing.