creamy bean soup

Creamy Bean Soup with Kielbasa is a flavorful dish that combines the smokiness of Kielbasa with the creamy richness of beans and a savory broth. It&#39;s the perfect choice for a cozy and satisfying meal, especially in cooler weather!

Creamy Bean Soup with Kielbasa

vegetable oil

unsalted butter

yellow onion, (chopped (about 1 cup))

(peeled,

garlic, (minced)

salt

black pepper

¼ cup (31 g) all-purpose flour

chicken broth

(245 g) whole milk

Worcestershire sauce

parsley, (for garnish)

To a large pot over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the sliced kielbasa. Cook until the kielbasa is browned on both sides, about 7-9 minutes. Remove the kielbasa from the pot and set it aside on a plate to keep warm.

In the same pot, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion, carrots, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and the carrots start to soften.

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well. Continue cooking for another minute.

Pour in the chicken broth, milk, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Return the browned kielbasa to the pot. Add the beans.

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally until thickened, about 15-20 minutes.

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Creamy Navy Bean Soup with Ham

navy beans

onion

carrots

celery

garlic

vegetable, canola, or extra virgin olive oil

butter

cayenne pepper (or more if you want it spicy!)

dried thyme leaves (1 teaspoon dried ground thyme)

bay leaves

Salt and pepper

ham hocks

(a generous half cup) of shredded parmesan cheese +

Italian (flat leaf) parsley

extra virgin olive oil

Overnight soak: Add the dried beans to a...

Overnight soak: Add the dried beans to a large bowl and add enough water to cover the beans by 3 inches. Let the beans soak in the liquid (at room temperature) for 12-24 hours. Drain and rinse in a colander inside the sink before using.

Quick soak: Dump the beans into a large...

Quick soak: Dump the beans into a large saucepan and add enough water to cover by at least 3 inches. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 2 minutes, then remove the pot from heat. Cover the pan and let the beans soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse in a colander inside the sink before using.

Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic into...

Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic into small pieces. Add the oil and butter to a large saucepan and set it over medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the chopped vegetables and cook, stirring frequently, until they are soft, about 3 minutes.

Add the cayenne pepper, thyme, bay leaves, 1...

Add the cayenne pepper, thyme, bay leaves, 1 teaspoons of ground black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the vegetables. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute longer.

Add the chicken broth, the chunks of cooked...

Add the chicken broth, the chunks of cooked ham, the ham hocks or ham shanks, and the navy beans. Turn the heat to high and bring the liquid to a boil. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer, cover the pan, and cook until the beans are soft and tender, about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Remove the ham hock and the chunks of...

Remove the ham hock and the chunks of ham, setting them on a plate or in a bowl. Let them rest until they are cool enough to handle.

In the meantime, ladle 2 cups of the...

In the meantime, ladle 2 cups of the soup (be sure to include both beans and broth) into a blender. Add 2 ounces of parmesan cheese and blend until completely smooth. Stir the puree back into the soup.

Rinse out the blender and add the parsley...

Rinse out the blender and add the parsley and 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil. Blend until the parsley is very finely chopped. Use a spatula to scrape the parsley oil out into a small bowl.

Use your fingers to shred the ham into...

Use your fingers to shred the ham into bite-size pieces and add them back to the soup. Taste and add more salt and pepper if desired (how much salt you need will depend on how salty your chicken broth is).

Serve bowls of soup drizzled with parsley oil...

Serve bowls of soup drizzled with parsley oil and sprinkled with additional parmesan.

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