Tuesday, August 21, 2007
The first hint of cool weather - let’s have soup
We’ve had a cool, rainy bit of weather, and I remembered how much I always enjoy a bowl of hearty homemade soup.
This is one that’s pretty easy. And very delicious. The leftovers, if you have any, freeze well.
BEAN AND SAUSAGE SOUP
1 bag (1 lb.) dried beans - whatever kind you like best. The original recipe called for Mixed Dried Beans
1 1/2 pounds Italian sausage
1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes - I used tomatoes from the garden.
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 cup barley
1 cup white wine (or water)
1 red bell pepper, 1 onion, 2 stalks celery, 2 large carrots, chopped
2 cups frozen green peas
Soak beans overnight Drain and rinse beans.
Place beans in crockpot with tomatoes, broth, white wine, and vegetables.
In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until done. Slice links into 1/2 inch pieces. Add meat to crockpot
Cover, and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours. And I can’t wait!
