Beef and bean soup
Description
The soup is simple and quick to prepare. Here I offer you an easy recipe for beef and bean soup, and despite its simplicity, it is actually one of the most delicious soups in the world. And if you're hungry, one bowl of this soup will satisfy you completely, since beef combined with beans provides an ideal mix of animal and plant-based proteins. Now let me tell you in detail,
Instructions
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Step 1
First, we'll deal with the beans. Every homemaker knows that the cooking process is quite lengthy, so it's best to soak the beans in water overnight. In the morning, change the water once again.
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Step 2
Pour water into a deep pot and add beef with bone, then place on the stove. When the water begins to boil, skim off the foam and add the beans. Wait for the water to boil again, then reduce the heat and simmer for at least 1.5 hours. Cooking time depends on the beans: 1.5 hours is usually enough for the beef, but some types of beans require more time. Therefore, check the beans for doneness after 1.5 hours and continue cooking if necessary.
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Step 3
Meanwhile, let's prepare the vegetables. Peel the potatoes, onion, and carrots. Cut the potatoes into cubes, slice one carrot into half-rings or cubes, and add them to the soup about half an hour before the beans and meat are done. At the same time, add a whole celery stalk.
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Step 4
Then we chop the remaining onion and carrot and fry them in oil until golden brown.
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Step 5
10 minutes before the meat and beans are done, add the sautéed vegetables to the soup and cook for another 20 minutes. Then turn off the heat, remove the celery stalk, and add bay leaf, peppercorns, and salt to the soup. Cover with a lid and let it steep for 10 minutes. Now we can serve the soup into bowls, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon.