French Market Soup Mix

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Hearty and Healthy French Market Soup Mix Recipe
in Soup

Prep

2 hours (soaking time included)

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb dried navy beans
1 lb dried pinto bean
1 lb dried great northern beans
1 lb dried split green peas
1 lb dried split yellow peas
1 lb dried black-eyed peas
1 lb dried lentils
1 lb dried baby lima beans
1 lb dried large lima beans
1 lb dried black beans
1 lb dried red beans
1 lb dried soybeans
1 lb barley pearls

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
364
Sugar
5g
Fat
5g
This French Market Soup Mix is a hearty and healthy recipe that's perfect for cold winter days or as a make-ahead meal option. The mix includes a variety of beans and peas, including navy beans, pinto beans, black-eyed peas, and lentils, as well as barley pearls. This combination of ingredients creates a flavorful, filling soup that's packed with plant-based protein and fiber. Just a single serving of this soup can be incredibly satisfying and leave you feeling full for hours. The soup can be eaten on its own or paired with a slice of crusty bread or a side salad for a more complete meal.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, rinse all the beans and peas and remove any debris or bad beans.
2.In a large pot, bring 3 quarts of water and 2 bay leaves to a boil.
3.Add in the rinsed beans and peas and cook for 3 minutes.
4.Remove from heat and let the beans soak for 1-2 hours.
5.After soaking, drain and rinse the beans and peas.
6.In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, and thyme. Cook until the vegetables are slightly softened but not browned, about 5 minutes.
7.Add the soaked beans and peas, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth to the pot.
8.Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
9.Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This soup mix is packed with a variety of healthy and hearty beans and peas, making it a great source of plant-based protein and fiber.

It’s also a very budget-friendly meal option, with the ability to make a large amount of soup that can be stored and eaten throughout the week.

CONS

This soup requires a significant amount of prep work, from rinsing and soaking the beans to cooking the soup for several hours.

It also makes a large amount of soup, which may be too much for smaller households or those without ample storage space.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The variety of beans and peas in this soup mix provide a range of health benefits, from promoting heart health and aiding in digestion to providing sustained energy due to their high fiber and protein content.

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