Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and sausage, and cook until onions are translucent and sausage is browned.
• STEP 2.Add carrots, potatoes, and cabbage to the pot, and cook for a few minutes until slightly softened.
• STEP 3.Add the beans, chicken broth, water, bay leaves, and spices to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
• STEP 4.Remove the bay leaves and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.
• STEP 5.Cooking Tips: For extra flavor, you can use Portuguese linguica sausage or chorizo. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can use Portuguese linguica sausage or chorizo.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.