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Hearty Pinto Bean Soup with Onion and Garlic in 1 Hour

Pinto Bean Soup with Onion and Garlic
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A hearty and flavorful pinto bean soup with onion and garlic, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dried pinto beans, rinsed and soaked overnight
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 strips turkey bacon, chopped (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the soaked pinto beans.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
  6. Add the drained pinto beans, vegetable broth, and water.
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
  8. If using turkey bacon, cook separately in a pan until crispy, then add to the soup.
  9. Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
  10. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Soaking beans overnight reduces cooking time.
  • For a thicker soup, mash some beans before serving.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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