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This recipe was born out of an urge to create a filling, flavorful and a healthy soup for the winter. I was inspired by a similar soup that my grandmother used to make inside a pizza oven. I quickly got to work and came up with this recipe.

Tip: It’s not necessary to marinate the meat, but doing so will add a greater depth of flavor to the soup.

Recipe

a bowl of white bean soup in a bowl with bread next to it

Grandma’s White Bean Soup (The Best)

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Servings
12 servings
Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 2 hrs
Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
This recipe for white bean soup tastes just like it came from grandma's kitchen. Perfect paired with crusty bread!

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion for marinade
  • 1 lb pork
  • 1 large onion for the soup
  • 2 large carrots
  • 1 1/2 cup white beans
  • qt boiled water
  • 2 tbsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • 3 tbsp dill to garnish
  • 2 bay leaves optional
US Units – Metric

Instructions

  • Cut pork into 2-inch cubes. Slice one of the onions into rings and place directly on top of the pork. Press down on the onions lightly to squeeze out some of their juice. Place in the fridge to marinate overnight.
    pork with onions in a bowl
  • Take the pork out of the refrigerator. Remove the onions and throw them away. In an oiled soup pot over medium heat, sear the sides of the pork until they brown.
    browned pork in a pot
  • Add the diced onions and sliced carrots. Sauté until the veggies turn golden brown.
    Pork, carrots and onion browned in a pot
  • Add the white beans, bay leaves and boiled water. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for an hour and a half. Season with salt and pepper. Note: You may need to add more water, as the beans tend to absorb liquid.
    beans added to the pot
  • Remove the soup from heat. Garnish with fresh dill and enjoy!
    cooked white bean soup in a pot
Nutrition Facts
Grandma's White Bean Soup (The Best)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 143 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 27mg9%
Sodium 1193mg50%
Potassium 301mg9%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 1713IU34%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Posted January 22, 2013

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Natalya Drozhzhin

Natalya founded Momsdish to demonstrate that placing a homemade meal on the table is not hard at all. Natalya makes cooking easier and approachable, by simplifying the ingredients, while still producing the same great taste.