Sausage and Bean Soup With Plantains

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2
Satisfy Your Cravings with Sausage and Bean Soup with Plantains
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Prep

10 min

Cook

2h 20 min

Ready In

2h 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb dried navy beans or 1 lb great northern bean
1 cup water
1 lb sweet sausage , rolled into small balls
3 slices bacon
1 large onion , chopped
2 garlic cloves , chopped
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can tomato paste
1 lemon ( grated rind and 1 tablespoon . juice )
2 -3 bananas , ripe but firm , peeled and sliced ( or 2 ripe plantains )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
530
Sugar
5g
Fat
29g
Sausage and Bean Soup with Plantains is a wholesome and satisfying meal that will warm you up from the inside. This dish is rich in flavor, thanks to the combination of spicy sausage, crispy bacon, and tender beans. The plantains add a touch of sweetness and an interesting texture to the soup. This recipe is easy to make and tastes even better the next day, making it an ideal meal prep option. Serve it with some crusty bread and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a cozy and comforting dinner.

Instructions

1.Soak beans overnight in water and drain them next morning.
2.Cook beans in 1 cup of water until they are tender.
3.In a large pot, add sausage and cook over medium heat until brown.
4.Add bacon, onion, garlic, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin.
5.Cook for 10 minutes until onion is soft.
6.Add tomato paste and lemon rind.
7.Stir in cooked beans and 6 cups of water.
8.Simmer for 2 hours until beans are completely cooked.
9.Add banana or plantain.
10.Cook additional 10 minutes until bananas or plantains are tender.

PROS

This dish is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins.

It is hearty enough to be served as a main dish and perfect for cold winter days.

CONS

This recipe contains pork, which may not suit everyone’s dietary preferences.

The dish may be too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is an excellent source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber.
The beans in this recipe help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease, while plantains are rich in potassium and vitamins C and A.

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