BORLOTTI BEAN SOUP

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This is one of my favourite soups that my mum made when I was young. It's tasty and filling and perfect for the colder months. I often double this amount and sometimes vary water and stock. It always tastes best the day after it's made and goes well with fresh bread.

Provided by SparklePwny

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

440 g borlotti beans
1 -2 tablespoon butter
1 potato, peeled and diced
1 slice bacon, chopped
1 onion, sliced
1/2 red capsicum, chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup water
1 cup beef stock
parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan and add potato, bacon, onion, capsicum and paprika. Fry for 2-5 minutes.
  • Add borlotti beans, water, stock and tomato paste and bring to boil.
  • Simmer for 20-30 minutes, season to taste and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.2, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 11.5, Sodium 593.5, Carbohydrate 42.4, Fiber 13.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 13.7

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