GREEK BEAN SOUP

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My grandmother learned to make this delicious soup while living in Greece. I love fasolada because it's easy, cheap to make, and great for feeding large groups.

Provided by sb2boston

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 9h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dried pinto beans
¾ cup olive oil, divided
4 stalks celery with leaves, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped or pressed
1 (12 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 small bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large bowl or pot and cover with fresh water. Allow to soak 8 hours to overnight.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large, heavy soup pot. Cook celery and onion until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  • Drain beans and add to the pot with the onion mixture. Cover with 2 inches of cold water and add tomatoes, parsley, dill, oregano, and basil. Bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and cook until beans are soft, checking every 15 to 20 minutes and adding water as necessary, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add remaining 1/4 cup olive oil to the soup and season with salt, pepper, and sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 91.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

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