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Butter Bean Soup

A hearty and healthy butter bean soup that's perfect for chilly days. Simple ingredients combine to create a comforting meal, ideal for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can butter beans (lima beans), drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Sautéing
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
Garnish (optional)
  • Fresh herbs Use basil, parsley, or chives for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the butter beans, vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency, or leave it chunky.
  4. Adjust seasonings if necessary, and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it thaw in the fridge before reheating. Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.