Tangy Bean Broth (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 cans of beans (white or kidney—your choice)
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8 cups veggie broth
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3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1 big onion, diced
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4 tbsp tomato puree
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1 cup bors or ½ cup lemon juice (use lemon if bors isn’t available)
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
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2 tbsp dried thyme
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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1 tbsp fresh dill, minced
→ Mixed Vegetables
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1 celery stalk, chopped
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1 grated carrot
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1 small parsnip, shredded
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1 chopped bell pepper
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1 tomato, diced
# Instructions:
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Set a big pot on medium heat, then warm up 1 tbsp olive oil. Toss in the diced onion and gently cook for 5 minutes, stirring now and then, until it turns soft and lightly brown. Throw in the shredded parsnip, grated carrot, bell pepper, tomato chunks, and celery slices. Give everything a mix, and let it cook for 7–10 minutes until everything softens nicely.
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Sprinkle the thyme and dill over the veggies. Add the tomato puree, stir like a pro, and let it cook for a couple of minutes. Don’t forget to toss in some salt and pepper for a punch of flavor.
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Drain your canned beans, rinse off the extra liquid under cold water, and add them to the pot. Stir gently, then pour in the veggie broth, making sure everything is submerged. Turn the heat to low-medium and let everything simmer gently for about 20 minutes.
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Depending on what you’re using, pour in the bors or the lemon juice. Stir it all together and cook on low heat for another 10 minutes to bring out that tangy kick.
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Sprinkle in the fresh parsley, give it a final stir, and dish it up while it’s steamy hot. Traditional pairings? Go for fresh bread or polenta. Want to spice things up? Add a few spicy peppers or salted onion wedges on the side.
# Notes:
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Don’t speed up the cooking process. Let the soup bubble away gently for the full 30 minutes so the flavors can really come together.
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Want a heartier texture? Blend part of the veggies and beans with a stick blender before adding your bors.
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Always have a taste before serving. Adjust the salt, lemon, or pepper level to make it just right.