Pantry Shelf Refried Bean Soup

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 12
Pantry Shelf Refried Bean Soup - A Hearty Meal for Any Occassion
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Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lb ground beef or cans white chicken meat
1 small onion ( optional )
2 tablespoons chopped garlic ( jarred )
8 ounces roasted red peppers ( jarred )
15 15 ounces great northern beans or 15 ounces pink beans , undrained
15 1/4 ounces corn , undrained
14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes , cut up
16 ounces refried beans , any style ( spicy , with chiles , etc . )
14 1/2 14 1/2 ounces beef broth or 14 1/2 ounces vegetable broth
1/2 cup salsa , any style
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup fresh cilantro , chopped or 3 tablespoons dried cilantro
1/2 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
402
Sugar
7g
Fat
17g
Pantry Shelf Refried Bean Soup is a hearty meal that can be easily made with ingredients that are usually kept in most kitchen pantries. The soup is filling enough to be served as a main course and is often paired with a side of cornbread. The recipe is quick and easy to make, which makes it ideal for busy weeknight dinners or for people who prefer easy to cook, healthy meals.

Instructions

1.In a large soup pot, brown ground beef (or chicken), onion (if using) and garlic, till cooked through.
2.Drain excess fat. Add red peppers, beans, corn, stewed tomatoes with juice, refried beans, broth, salsa, and cumin.
3.Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes. If the soup is too thick, you can add more broth or water as needed.
4.Just before serving, add fresh cilantro and water. Stir and heat through.

PROS

Pantry Shelf Refried Bean Soup is easy to make and extremely filling with its long list of ingredients.

This soup is perfect for cold days and very budget-friendly as it uses ingredients which are easily available.
The soup can also be easily customized according to your taste.

CONS

One of the cons of this soup is that it can be quite high in sodium content, so it’s best to use low-sodium products wherever possible.
This soup also has a long list of ingredients, so it will require some preparation time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup, being high in protein and fiber, is very good for building muscle mass, increasing weight loss, and improving digestion.
The beans contain vitamins and minerals, such as iron, magnesium, and zinc, which helps to boost your immune system. They are also low in fat and cholesterol, making them a heart-healthy option.

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