It has been a while since I shared one of my Mom’s recipes and that is a shame because they are so tasty!  Today I am sharing her 15 Bean Soup–healthy and filling but light enough for the summer.

bowl of 15 bean soup

15 Bean Soup Recipe

When we were in Europe recently for two weeks my Mom watched our son Will for one of the weeks at our house.  On our return from our trip we were exhausted, jet lagged and in no mood to cook! What did my Mom have waiting for us when we got home?  A huge container of her 15 Bean Soup. Now that’s a great Mom!

15 bean soup picture

We ate that 15 Bean Soup for the first few days home and it was both healthy and filling.  This soup is vegetarian and full of nutrients.

vegetarian 15 bean soup

The recipe also makes a lot of soup so you will have enough to freeze a few batches for later.

For those who have never made a 15 Bean Soup you can usually find the package of beans that you need in the dried bean section of your grocery store.  The bag actually says “15 beans” on it (I have also seen 16 beans before, either is fine).

dry beans for 15 Bean Soup

Nothing like Mom’s cooking!

Enjoy!

Julia

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I'm Julia. Wife, mom to three growing boys, lover of food. Here you will find quick & easy weeknight meal ideas, kid-friendly recipes and a few sweet treats. My roots are from the Mediterranean and many of my recipes incorporate those flavors!

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10 Comments

  1. BusyWorkingMama says:

    This looks so hearty and delicious! I like the tip to soak the beans overnight. I am always hesitant to cook with raw beans because they take so long.
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    1. Julia says:

      It is hearty, healthy and tastes great! I hope you like it.

  2. Hurst Beans says:

    Great recipe and pictures, thanks for posting!
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    1. Julia says:

      Thanks!

  3. Stephie @ Eat Your Heart Out says:

    That it so sweet of your mom to think ahead like that! Moms are just the best.
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  4. Anna @ Garnish with Lemon says:

    I love that your mom had one of your favorite meals ready for you when you returned from your trip. Moms are the BEST!
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  5. Liz @ The Lemon Bowl says:

    I need to make this soup!! We have a local farmer who makes heirloom beans and this soup is perfect for them!
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    1. Julia says:

      You would love it Liz! It is healthy and tastes delicious. Let me know how it turns out.

  6. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says:

    That plate of uncooked beans is as pretty as a picture. Tell your mother I love her soup!
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    1. Julia says:

      I will tell her! ๐Ÿ™‚