Recipes

As it simmers gently in its rich tomato broth, the warm, wonderful smell of this chorizo & garbanzo bean soup will draw your family to the kitchen… just in time for dinner!

Prep Time: about 30 minutes

Cook Time: about 30 minutes

Serves: about 6

Ingredients:

2 TBSP Olive Oil or Vegetable Oil

1lb pork chorizo sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large white onion, diced

1 red or orange bell pepper diced

1 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp cumin

1 can low sodium tomato sauce

64oz low sodium Vegetable broth or Chicken broth

1 bay leaf

3 10z packages of Bare Beans Garbanzo Beans

Salt and Pepper to Taste

Fresh parsley, garnish

Sour Cream, garnish

Shredded Medium Cheddar Cheese, Garnish

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large enameled cast iron dutch oven or large stockpot over medium heat and add the sliced chorizo, cook for 2 minutes or until slightly crisp.

2. Reduce heat and add the garlic, onions, bell pepper, thyme, cumin, and salt for 3-5 minutes.

3. Add tomato sauce, broth, bay leaf, 3 pouches of Bare Beans Garbanzo Beans, and a pinch of salt.

4. Cover, reduce heat and allow to simmer for 12 – 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Serve hot and top with parsley, sour cream, and/or cheese if you like! Pairs well with some crusty bread!