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Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe

Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe

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This Portuguese Bean Soup recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines beans, vegetables, and chicken in a savory broth. Perfect for a comforting meal on a chilly day.

Ingredients

For the Soup:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, peeled and diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 (14 oz) can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can of red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can of white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern beans), drained and rinsed
  • 1 (6 oz) can of tomato paste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1½ cups water
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chopped, cooked halal chicken (such as grilled or rotisserie chicken)

Optional Garnish:

  • Chopped parsley or cilantro
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. First Step: Sauté the Vegetables – Heat the olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, and carrot until translucent. Add celery and potatoes and cook until slightly softened.
  2. Second Step: Add the Tomatoes and Broth – Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste, then add chicken broth, water, bay leaf, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Third Step: Simmer the Soup – Bring to a boil, then simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour until vegetables are tender.
  4. Fourth Step: Add the Beans and Chicken – Stir in beans, then add chicken and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Fifth Step: Serve and Garnish – Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley or cilantro, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • You can adjust the soup’s thickness by adding more water or broth.
  • Feel free to customize the soup with your favorite vegetables or beans.

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