Butter beans, or lima beans, add such a great texture to a soup, being larger and softer than most beans. This simple vegetarian and vegan butter bean soup recipe is made with tomatoes and lots of veggies for a nutritious and soothing meal. Vegetarian butter bean soup recipe courtesy of Bush's® Beans.
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Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups water
- 2 16 ounce cans butter beans (lima beans), drained
- 1 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Preparation:
In large pan, cook celery, carrots and onion in oil until soft. Add flour; cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually add water, stirring until smooth.
Add beans and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until slightly thickened.
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