CREAMY WHITE BEAN AND PEANUT SOUP

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Lots of flavor and good protein in this quick and easy soup. Adding ham or smoked sausage is optional; actually, I like this soup better meatless and pureed smooth.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Beans

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 cup chopped celery, diced
1/2 cup ham or 1/2 cup smoked sausage, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 (16 ounce) can white beans (chickpeas, great northern,navy or cannelini)
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Place a saucepan with the olive oil over medium heat, and saute onions, celery, meat and garlic for 8 minutes.
  • Add broth and next 3 ingredients, bringing to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add the peanut butter, stirring with a whisk.
  • Cook 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve sprinkled with parsley.
  • I usually omit the meat and puree the soup with my stick blender, enjoying the smooth, creamy texture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.7, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 580.4, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 4.9, Protein 10.8

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