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Hearty Kielbasa and 15 Bean Soup

A close-up of a bowl filled with hearty kielbasa and 15 bean soup, featuring sliced kielbasa, various beans, and broth.
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A thick, comforting soup packed with smoky kielbasa and a blend of 15 beans, perfect for cold weather. This one-pot meal is easy to make on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb kielbasa, sliced
  • 1 lb dried 15-bean soup mix
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: ham hock or bacon for extra flavor

Instructions

  1. Rinse the dried beans and pick out any debris.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the kielbasa slices over medium heat. Remove kielbasa and set aside, leaving drippings in the pot.
  3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Return the kielbasa to the pot. Add the rinsed beans, broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper. If using, add a ham hock or a few strips of cooked bacon.
  6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for at least 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally. For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans against the side of the pot.
  7. Season with salt to taste. Remove ham hock if used.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • This soup freezes well. Let it cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers.
  • You can substitute smoked sausage or bacon for kielbasa.

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Find it online: https://gourmetgaze.com/kielbasa-and-15-bean-soup/