5-bean Soup
Why I Love This Recipe
Ingredients You'll Need
2 cups assorted beans
1/2 bunch thyme
water to cover
2 or 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
1/2 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 bunch green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon Bavarian seasoning
2 cups chicken broth
Directions
Rinse the beans and pick out any badly damaged ones. Add the beans to a Dutch oven and cover with at least 2 inches of water above the depth of the beans. Bring to a boil, allow to boil 5 minutes, remove from heat, and let stand 1 hour. Drain beans and return to pot. Add chicken broth, thyme and enough water to bring liquid level to an inch or two above the level of the beans. Bring to a simmer and cook over medium-low heat until beans are nearly tender. Add remaining ingredients and simmer 30 minutes longer. Serve with hot crusty bread.
