Sweet & Sour Bean Soup Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Thinly sliced bacon strip8 , diced
 Onion1 Small, chopped
 Garlic1 Clove (5 gm)
 Stewed tomatoes1 Can (10 oz)
 Red kidney beans2 Can (20 oz)
 Chili powder1 Teaspoon
 Basil leaves1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Red wine vinegar2 Tablespoon
 Sour cream1 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

Discard all but 2 tablespoons of the drippings.
To drippings add onion and garlic.
Microwave, covered, on HIGH (100%) for 4 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.
Add tomatoes and their liquid.
Reserving 1 cup of the beans, place remaining beans and their liquid in casserole.
Mash reserved beans with a fork and add to casserole along with chili powder, thyme, and basil.
Microwave, covered, on HIGH (100%) for 8 to 10 minutes (stirring after 4 minutes) or until piping hot.
Stir in vinegar and bacon.
Pass a bowl of sour cream at the table, if desired.
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