bean soup

(1 RATING)
44 Pinches
Rio Rancho, NM
Updated on Jun 16, 2011

I got this recipe from the back of a box of Acini di Pepe macaroni. I decided to make it, since it looked really easy, and I had all of the items on hand. My family enjoys this soup! You can skip the bacon in it to make it a wonderful vegetarian soup.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 5-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces acini di pepe macaroni
  • 1 - 15 ounces can kidney beans, drained
  • 4 - strips bacon, chopped, 3 t. bacon bits
  • 1 - stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed, or 1 t. minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon basil, fresh or dried
  • 1 - 28 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 - chicken bouillon cube
  • - salt and pepper to taste

How To Make bean soup

  • Step 1
    Place kidney beans, bacon, celery, onion, garlic, parsley, basil, tomatoes and water in a medium - large pot.
  • Step 2
    Bring to a boil and add bouillon cube and salt and pepper.
  • Step 3
    Cover and cook over a slow heat for about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Step 4
    After cooking for 1 1/2 hours, add Acini di Pepe, stirring well.
  • Step 5
    Stir frequently until pasta is cooked but still a little firm (about 10 minutes). Serve immediately.

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Category: Bean Soups
Category: Other Soups
Keyword: #beans
Keyword: #tomatoes
Keyword: #Bean
Keyword: #kidney
Keyword: #acini
Keyword: #di
Keyword: #pepe
Ingredient: Beans/Legumes
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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