Bean soup with tomato juice

Bean soup with tomato juice

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 4 hours
Total time: 4 hours and 20 minutes
Number of servings: 6

Discover the traditional flavors of a bean soup with tomato juice, a dish that will not only warm your soul, but will take you back to childhood family meals. This simple and delicious recipe uses affordable ingredients and the Crock Pot cooking method will give you free time to enjoy other activities. Bean soup is a symbol of joy and conviviality, perfect for evenings spent with loved ones.

Ingredients needed:
- 1 can Sun Food boiled white beans
- 1 medium onion
- 1/2 carrot
- 1/2 red pepper
- 2 tablespoons of parsley
- 1 small piece of parsnip
- 3 sprigs of green dill
- 1 cup homemade tomato juice
- 2 sprigs of green dill
- 1 sprig dried thyme
- 1/2 cup bors
- 1.5 liters water
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

About Ingredients:
White beans are an excellent source of protein and fiber and are low in calories, making them ideal for a healthy diet. Tomatoes, rich in lycopene, contribute to heart health and onions and garlic have anti-inflammatory properties. Using fresh vegetables, such as dill and dill, adds a vibrant touch to the soup, making it not only healthy but also flavorful.

Cooking technique:
1. Preparing the vegetables:
- Peel onion and chop finely. Cut the peeled carrot into small cubes, and the red bell pepper into small cubes. Chop the parsley as finely as possible to blend well into the soup. Wash, chop and remove the stalks.

2. Combining the ingredients:
- In the crock pot, add the 2 tablespoons of oil, the prepared vegetables: onion, carrot, bell pepper and parsnip.
- Then add the vegetables, tomato juice, water, salt and pepper. Don't forget to include the juice from the can of beans, leaving the beans aside for now.

3. Preparing the soup:
- Mix all the ingredients well, cover the pot with the lid and plug it in. Set the cooking mode to High and the time to 4 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking time, add the hot bors and white beans. Taste and see if you need to add salt or pepper.

4. Finalizing the soup:
- Once the soup is cooked, unplug the appliance. Add the thyme sprigs and finely chopped green dill. Leave the soup covered for 20 minutes for the flavors to settle.

Serving suggestions:
This bean soup pairs perfectly with fresh noodles, just as they used to in my childhood. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.

Possible variations:
If you want to experiment, you can also add a few slices of smoked sausage or bacon for a richer flavor. You can also replace the tomato juice with fresh, pureed tomatoes for a more intense flavor.

Nutritional benefits:
This soup is high in protein, vitamins and minerals and low in calories, making it ideal for a light meal or balanced diet.

Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Can I use dried beans instead of canned beans?
- Yes, but you will need to boil it before adding it to the soup to soften it properly.

2. Can I adapt the recipe for a smaller Crock Pot?
- Sure! You can reduce the amounts of ingredients proportionally, but the cooking time will remain similar.

3. How can I spice up the soup?
- Add a little chili pepper or chili flakes during cooking for a spicier taste.

Finish:
This bean soup with tomato juice recipe will not only give you a delicious dish, but it will also connect you with fond childhood memories of family dinners filled with warmth and joy. Enjoy!