A warm and comforting bean soup cooked with tender lamb or beef, perfect for cold days. This hearty dish combines white beans with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and slow-cooked meat to create a rich, satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
This recipe is inspired by traditional homemade bean soups that many families grew up eating. Beans are not only delicious, but they are also incredibly nutritious, affordable, and filling. Combined with flavorful meat and vegetables, they create a dish that is both comforting and nourishing.
Beans truly are one of the best foods you can cook with — they are healthy, inexpensive, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
• 1 pound (about 2½ cups) dry white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern)
• 2 liters of water
• 2–3 pounds lamb shank or beef shank (with bone for extra flavor)
• 2 teaspoons Herbes de Provence or Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup diced onion (about 1 small onion)
• 1 cup chopped celery (2–3 stalks)
• 2/3 cup chopped carrots (about 1 medium carrot)
• 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
• A few drops of Tabasco sauce (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Method
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