Traditional Dutch Brown Bean Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak the brown beans overnight and drain them.
• STEP 2.In a large pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
• STEP 3.Add the soaked beans, smoked sausage, bay leaves, and water to the pot.
• STEP 4.Simmer the soup for about 2 hours until the beans are tender.
• STEP 5.Remove the bay leaves and season the soup with salt and pepper.
• STEP 6.Serve the soup hot with crusty bread and garnish with bacon or sausage.

Cooking Tips

• You can use canned brown beans instead of soaking dried beans.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the smoked sausage and use vegetable broth.
• The soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the soup on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added flavor.