3 sisters green chili potato soup

Name: 3 Sisters Green Chili Potato Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 6 large potatoes, peeled and cubed; 6 cup(s) milk; 2 cup(s) half and half; 1 teaspoon(s) salt; 12 - slices bacon cut in 1 inch pieces; 1 medium onion, minced; 1 clove(s) garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon(s) oregano; 2 teaspoon(s) ground cumin; 2 cup(s) sweet corn, frozen or canned; 1 can(s) (15 ounce) pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 1 medium zucchini, sliced thin; 1 cup(s) red bell pepper strips; 2 cup(s) green beans, canned or frozen; 2 cup(s) chopped fresh green chilis (or use 3 cans of 4.5 ounces each); 2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup(s) shredded pepper jack or sharp cheddar cheese

(2 RATINGS)

110 Pinches 2 Photos

Kathie Carr

North Liberty, IN

Updated on Jan 17, 2012

The Iroquois Indians cultivated and used the 3 Sisters (corn, squash, and beans) as a main stay of their diet. This soup is named in their honor. I have to say this one is my favorite... A meal in itself. I serve it with cornbread and a salad. All I can say is try it if you like southwestern flavor and a bit of spice in your soup. This makes a BIG pot of soup and it can be frozen.

Rate

prep time 20 Min

cook time 20 Min

method ---

yield 12-14 serving(s)

Ingredients

6 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 cups milk
2 cups half and half
1 teaspoon salt
12 - slices bacon cut in 1 inch pieces
1 medium onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cups sweet corn, frozen or canned
1 can (15 ounce) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 medium zucchini, sliced thin
1 cup red bell pepper strips
2 cups green beans, canned or frozen
2 cups chopped fresh green chilis (or use 3 cans of 4.5 ounces each)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup shredded pepper jack or sharp cheddar cheese

How To Make 3 sisters green chili potato soup

Step 1

Cook potatoes in boiling water for about 8-10 minutes, just until barely tender. They will continue to cook with the other vegetables in the next step. Drain off water and return potatoes to the pot. Add milk, cream, and salt. Heat to a simmer, but do not boil.

Step 2

Meanwhile in a medium skillet cook bacon and onions together until bacon is almost crisp. Drain grease. Add garlic, cumin, and oregano. Cook for an additional 2 minutes. Drain mixture well and then add to potato mixture in pot. Add all other vegetables, beans, and peppers. Cover and cook at a low simmer for about 20 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Taste. Add salt, pepper, and fresh cilantro as desired. Serve in big bowls sprinkled with pepper jack or sharp cheddar cheese.
Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

Discover More

Comment & Reviews

Just A Pinch Sweepstakes