Description
A rich and flavorful creamy butter bean soup that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups dried butter beans, soaked overnight
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (4 ounce / 113g) can of diced green chiles, drained
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Drain the soaked butter beans and transfer them to a large stock pot or Dutch oven. Add 8 cups of fresh water, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1½ hours, or until the beans are very soft.
- While the beans are simmering, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a separate skillet. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for about 10 minutes, until softened and fragrant. Set aside.
- Once the beans are fully cooked, drain most of the cooking liquid, reserving about 2 cups. Return the beans to the pot.
- Add the reserved bean liquid, chicken broth, green chiles, the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, and 4 tablespoons butter to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Using an immersion blender, carefully blend about half of the beans to create a creamy texture. Blend less for a chunkier consistency or more for a smoother result. Alternatively, blend in batches using a regular blender, being cautious with the hot liquid.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt, pepper, or garlic powder.
- Garnish generously with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can freeze the soup for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg