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Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe

Savor the rich and hearty flavors of this traditional Hawaiian-Portuguese Bean Soup. Packed with savory sausage, tender beans, and fresh vegetables, it’s the perfect comfort food for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1lb Portuguese sausage, sliced1lb ham hockOne onion, chopped3cloves garlic, minced2carrots, peeled and sliced2potatoes, peeled and dicedA single can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsedOne can (15 oz) tomato sauce1cabbage, chopped10 cupswaterSalt and pepper to tasteOptional: macaroni pasta, as desired
  • 1lb ham hock
  • One onion, chopped3cloves garlic, minced2carrots, peeled and sliced2potatoes, peeled and dicedA single can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsedOne can (15 oz) tomato sauce1cabbage, chopped10 cupswaterSalt and pepper to tasteOptional: macaroni pasta, as desired
  • 3cloves garlic, minced2carrots, peeled and sliced2potatoes, peeled and dicedA single can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsedOne can (15 oz) tomato sauce1cabbage, chopped10 cupswaterSalt and pepper to tasteOptional: macaroni pasta, as desired
  • 2carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2potatoes, peeled and dicedA single can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsedOne can (15 oz) tomato sauce1cabbage, chopped10 cupswaterSalt and pepper to tasteOptional: macaroni pasta, as desired
  • A single can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsedOne can (15 oz) tomato sauce1cabbage, chopped10 cupswaterSalt and pepper to tasteOptional: macaroni pasta, as desired
  • One can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1cabbage, chopped10 cupswaterSalt and pepper to tasteOptional: macaroni pasta, as desired
  • 10 cupswaterSalt and pepper to tasteOptional: macaroni pasta, as desired
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: macaroni pasta, as desired

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the Portuguese sausage over medium heat. Remove and set aside.In the same pot, add the ham hock, onion, and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.Add the carrots, potatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and water. Bring to a boil.Reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.Remove the ham hock, shred the meat, and return to the pot.Add the chopped cabbage and cooked Portuguese sausage. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add macaroni pasta if desired, and cook until tender.Serve hot and enjoy!
  2. In the same pot, add the ham hock, onion, and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.Add the carrots, potatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and water. Bring to a boil.Reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.Remove the ham hock, shred the meat, and return to the pot.Add the chopped cabbage and cooked Portuguese sausage. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add macaroni pasta if desired, and cook until tender.Serve hot and enjoy!
  3. Add the carrots, potatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and water. Bring to a boil.Reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.Remove the ham hock, shred the meat, and return to the pot.Add the chopped cabbage and cooked Portuguese sausage. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add macaroni pasta if desired, and cook until tender.Serve hot and enjoy!
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.Remove the ham hock, shred the meat, and return to the pot.Add the chopped cabbage and cooked Portuguese sausage. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add macaroni pasta if desired, and cook until tender.Serve hot and enjoy!
  5. Remove the ham hock, shred the meat, and return to the pot.Add the chopped cabbage and cooked Portuguese sausage. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add macaroni pasta if desired, and cook until tender.Serve hot and enjoy!
  6. Add the chopped cabbage and cooked Portuguese sausage. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add macaroni pasta if desired, and cook until tender.Serve hot and enjoy!
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add macaroni pasta if desired, and cook until tender.Serve hot and enjoy!
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

The soup tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have time to meld together.You can substitute the Portuguese sausage with any other smoked sausage if it’s not available.
You can substitute the Portuguese sausage with any other smoked sausage if it’s not available.

  • Author: Chef Stella

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 20g