KIELBASA BEAN SOUP

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I usually make double batch of this meaty vegetable soup and freeze some in serving-size containers. It makes a nice meal for busy days or unexpected guests. -Emily Chaney, Penobscot, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

4-1/2 cups water
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium zucchini, sliced
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
2 garlic cloves, minced
2-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 bay leaves
3/4 pound smoked kielbasa or smoked Polish sausage, halved lengthwise and sliced

Steps:

In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients except the sausage. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add sausage and heat through. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 988mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

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