Kidney Bean and Cracked Wheat Soup With Prosciutto

Published February 5, 1991

Total Time
45 minutes
Rating
4(7)
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Marian Burros

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Ingredients

Yield:3 servings as a main dish
  • 1 large onion, coarsely diced

  • 2 large carrots, sliced in food processor

  • 3 ribs celery, sliced in food processor

  • 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic

  • 2 ounces lean prosciutto, trimmed of all excess fat and diced

  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cups canned kidney beans, thoroughly rinsed and drained

  • 4 cups chicken stock

  • 1 cup dry white wine

  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage or ⅓ teaspoon dried

  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary or ½ teaspoon dried

  • ⅓ cup cracked wheat, cooked and drained

  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for each 2 cups of soup (3 to 5 tablespoons)

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Nutritional analysis per serving (3 servings as a main dish)

64 grams carbs; 23 milligrams cholesterol; 535 calories; 8 grams monosaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 14 grams fat; 13 grams fiber; 1546 milligrams sodium; 26 grams protein; 14 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In large nonstick skillet gently cook the onion, carrots, celery, garlic and prosciutto in hot olive oil, about 5 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften.

  2. Step 2

    Add the beans, stock, wine and herbs; bring to boil and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, just to blend flavors.

  3. Step 3

    Puree 3 cups of the soup solids in blender or food processor. Return to pan and add the cooked cracked wheat. Heat through and serve sprinkled with parsley.

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Adapted from Michaela's, Boston

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