FASSOULADA (GREEK BEAN SOUP)

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This classic Greek vegetarian soup is simple to make. Serve it with lots of fresh crusty bread. From Modern Greek.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Onions

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb dried white bean, soaked overnight
1 large yellow onion, peeled & roughly chopped
3 carrots, peeled & sliced
3 stalks celery, strings removed & sliced
3 red ripe tomatoes, peeled seeded & roughly chopped or 1 (15 ounce) can peeled tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 bay leaves
1 handful fresh flat-leaf parsley
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Drain beans and place in large saucepan.
  • Cover with cold water and bring to a boil, skimming off any froth with a slotted spoon.
  • Add all other ingredients except salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until tender.
  • Allow to cool slightly.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Ramin Sarkar
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This soup is bland and tasteless. I would not recommend it.


abdelrhman amr
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use canned beans to save time.


Yllan Noizet
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover beans.


Shehroz Soomro
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and hearty soup that the whole family will enjoy.


Anjum Mushtaq
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but this soup was surprisingly good. The beans were tender and the broth was flavorful.


Ran Do
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


Sophia Hogg
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always make a big pot of it so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


charlotte oliveira
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This fassoulada soup is a traditional Greek dish that is easy to make and very flavorful. The beans are cooked in a tomato-based broth with onions, carrots, celery, and spices. The soup is typically served with a side of bread or rice.


LEGEND X GAMER
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This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I added some extra water and it helped a bit, but it was still a bit too thick for me.


Victoria Kim
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This soup was delicious! It was hearty and flavorful, and the beans were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Olamide Bakare
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans. I had some canned beans in my pantry and I decided to make this soup. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nesma Magdy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The beans were tender and the broth was flavorful. I served it with a side of rice and it was a delicious meal.


Alamgir Khanpk
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it helped a bit, but it still wasn't as flavorful as I would have liked.


Jessica Camoos
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the beans are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashley Nugent
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I used canned beans to save time, and it still turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Tocine Briscoe
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This soup was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The beans were tender and the broth was flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


John Pham
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This fassoulada soup is a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish. The beans are cooked perfectly, and the broth is rich and flavorful. I added a bit of extra lemon juice and red pepper flakes to give it a little extra kick. This soup is definitely a