Archive for 'Beans and Legumes'
Green Velvet Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“A recipe given to me by a friend that is a great green color and smooth, rich texture. Comfort food! Freezes well.” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 1 onion, chopped * 2 stalks celery, sliced * 2 potatoes, diced * 3/4 cup dried split peas * 2 bay leaves * 6 cups vegetable broth * 2 zucchini, [...]
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Split Pea Soup with Rosemary Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“The rosemary adds a distinctive flavor to this wonderful soup.” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 6 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces * 1 small onion, chopped * 1 leek, thinly sliced * 1 large carrot, chopped * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 4 (10.5 ounce) cans chicken broth * 1 1/2 cups green split peas [...]
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Creamy Split Pea Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“A friend gave me this recipe 25 years ago. At the time, she was in her 60s and working as a cook on a riverboat barge.” INGREDIENTS * 1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced * 1 large onion, chopped * 2 celery ribs, sliced * 1 pound dried green split peas * 2 quarts water * [...]
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Coconut Lentil Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“Coconut gives a sweet, interesting flavor and a bisque-like texture to this easy and quick vegan soup.” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 1 1/2 cups red lentils * 2 1/2 cups water * 1/2 red onion, finely chopped * 1 clove garlic, finely chopped * 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger root, finely chopped * 1/2 cup fresh [...]
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Moroccan Lentil Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“Thick, delicious and nutritious, especially in the winter!” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 2 onions, chopped * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger * 6 cups water * 1 cup red lentils * 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained * 1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans * 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced [...]
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Lentil and Sausage Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“Lentil soup flavored with sausage. Serve with Romano cheese sprinkled on top of each serving bowl.” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage * 1 large onion, chopped * 1 stalk celery, finely chopped * 1 tablespoon chopped garlic * 1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils, rinsed * 1 cup shredded carrot * 8 [...]
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Greek Lentil Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“Fakes (pronounced ‘Fah-kehs’) is a staple in the Greek kitchen, and an especially filling and healthy meal. It is traditionally served with a drizzle of olive oil and lots of vinegar. Though the vinegar is of course optional, try it–it lifts the lentils and adds another dimension of flavor!” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 8 ounces brown [...]
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Tropical Coconut Black Bean Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“An extremely fast and tasty pureed soup that has a hint of the islands! You can swirl in a dollop of sour cream, or if you’d like, crumble a few dried banana chips on top.” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 1 (15.5 ounce) can Mexican-seasoned black beans * 1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk * 1 [...]
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Spicy Black and Red Bean Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“Simple to prepare! Throw it in your crock pot in the morning, and it will be done when you get home from work! I use fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth, and no-salt-added diced tomatoes.” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil * 1 1/2 cups chopped onion * 1 1/4 cups sliced carrots * 2 cloves [...]
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Easy Black Bean Soup Recipe
Posted on 19. May, 2009 by admin.
“A quick black bean soup.” INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) * 2 tablespoons olive oil * 1 cup chopped white onions * 1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger * 1 teaspoon chopped fresh garlic * 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper * 1 teaspoon dried thyme * 3/4 teaspoon allspice * 1/8 teaspoon celery salt * 3 cups vegetable broth * [...]




