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Name: Instant Pot Black Bean Soup with Dried Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb. dried black beans; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 2 cups); 1 bell pepper, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 ribs celery, diced; 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes; 2 canned chipotle peppers, roughly chopped + 2 tbsp adobo sauce from the can; 6 cups vegetable broth/stock; 2 tsp. kosher salt; 1 tsp. black pepper; 2 bay leaves; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1 tsp. dried oregano; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice or red wine vinegar, optional

20 easy soup recipes for dinner

November 15, 2021

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If you are a soup lover, this list of 20 easy soup recipes for dinner is for you. Homemade soup is my dinner go to. When I can’t figure out what I want to eat, I know that I can have a pot of soup made in about 30 minutes. One of our all time favorites is this easy lentil soup recipe.

For me, food in bowls is pure comfort. There is something about holding a warm bowl of food, inhaling it’s goodness and leaning over it to dig in. And a good bowl of soup is like a hug for your insides.

Whether you are looking for vegetarian soup recipes, chicken soups, or hearty soup recipes for dinner, you will find them here.

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Making soup for dinner

Having a well stocked pantry makes it really easy to whip up a pot of soup. If you have some staples on hand, you can make a batch of homemade soup in no time.

I always keep dried pasta, lentils, split peas, dried beans of nearly every variety known to mankind, good vegetable or chicken stock, canned tomatoes and tomato paste in the pantry. Having these staples means I can make this Instant Pot black bean soup anytime I’m craving it.

Keep staples like carrots, celery, onions and garlic in the refrigerator and you’re set. With those ingredients, you can make almost any of these soup recipes for dinner in about half an hour.

easy soup recipe for dinner - bowl of soup with pot in background

If you’re looking for fancy soup recipes, or soup recipes for a dinner party, you can find those here too! I like a puréed soup like this hearty winter vegetable soup for serving to dinner guests. It is easy, but looks fancy and like it took you the better part of the afternoon to make (but it didn’t).

Soup ideas for dinner

Making soup from scratch isn’t as difficult as it might seem. It is actually really easy, once you get a few basics under your belt.

To make it easier, grab this tips for making soup like a pro cheat sheet.

Easy soup recipes are exactly what the name suggests – they are soups that do not require hours of time, nor do they require advanced skills. Soup is something that any level of cook can make successfully.

Easy soup recipes

To make soup at home, you’ll need a few things. Below is a list of basics that you’ll need to make and store your batches of soup. You likely have most of this already, but if you are new to cooking from scratch or you need to stock your kitchen, these will get you started.

A large, heavy-bottomed pot – This is the one I own. I use it for everything. It is a bit spendy, but well worth it. I promise.
Large soup pot – This one is easier on the wallet – I also own this one, because my wallet is not fat.
Soup ladle – this one is great for portioning
A wooden spoon for stirring – safe for non-stick pots
Chef’s knife for chopping vegetables
Containers for storing soup

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Beef Barley Soup

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Hubbard squash bisque

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Instant Pot Split Pea Soup with Ham

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Langostino Chowder Recipe

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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

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Healthy winter vegetable soup. Perfect comfort food for chilly weather, yet elegant enough for a special occasion.

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Potato Corn Chowder with Bacon & Leeks

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Slow Cooker Lentil Soup with Ham

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Minestrone Soup from Scratch

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Langostino bisque recipe

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Tortilla Soup Recipe

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Instant Pot Black Bean Soup with Dried Beans

Instant Pot black bean soup is a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

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A delicious slow cooker vegan soup.

Vegan Winter Vegetable Soup

This hearty, vegan winter vegetable soup is loaded with root vegetables. The golden, turmeric broth turns this soup the color of sunshine.

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Instant Pot Black Bean Soup with Dried Beans

February 8, 2021

Hearty and filling, Instant Pot black bean soup is an easy weeknight dinner. This easy vegan recipe comes together quickly and it is one of our favorite soup recipes. Perfect for chilly evenings when a bowl of something warm and comforting is calling your name.

Full of Cuban flavors, this Instant Pot black bean soup can be as chunky or as smooth as you like it. Eaten as is, the recipe is vegan, however it becomes vegetarian if you add sour cream or cheese to the bowl.

The leftovers make a terrific topping for nachos or tucked into tacos or burritos.

Very tasty and a little spicy. Just right. Very easy to follow. Shared the soup with several friends they loved it!
– Barbara

Black bean soup recipe

This veggie black bean soup is full of vegetables like onions, peppers, celery and tomatoes.

It has a bit of chipotle pepper to give it a little something extra, but not enough to make it spicy. You can increase the heat by adding more chipotle peppers.

Instant pot black bean soup with dried beans, plaintain chips, avocado and onion garnish.

Ingredients

I used a 6 quart Instant Pot to make this black bean soup. If you’re not sure what size you have, look on the back. There should be a label near the plug, it will tell you the capacity of your model.

For this soup, you’ll need a handful of common pantry ingredients, plus a few kitchen staples, like onions, garlic and a few spices.

My favorite beans are from Rancho Gordo. They are a bit more expensive than their store-bought counterparts. But in my opinion, it is money well spent.

ingredients for vegan Instant Pot Cuban black bean chili

How to make Cuban black bean soup

This black bean soup has Cuban flavors and I’ve served it with a few garnishes, like plantain strips to reflect that, but you can garnish your soup with whatever flavors you love most.

The first step is heating up the Instant Pot to sauté the veggies. Then, we’ll add the rest of the ingredients, give it a stir and lock the lid.

Once the pressure comes up, the timer will start counting down the time. I cooked my soup for 20 minutes, then let it naturally release for 15 – 20 minutes before blending.

step by step instructions for Instant Pot black bean soup

You can choose to enjoy it as is, but I suggest blending a bit of the soup and adding it back in to give it a creamier texture.

I used my immersion blender to do this and it makes quick work of it. I’ve linked to the one I own.

If you’re in the market for a new one, I highly recommend this one. It was a replacement for my old stick blender and I love it.

Another option is to scoop out a few cups of the soup and use your blender to purée it before adding it back to the Instant Pot.

sopa de habichuelas negras con aguacate y plátano

FAQ’s

How long do I cook soup in an Instant Pot?

Cook the soup at high pressure for 20 – 25 minutes.

Can I use canned beans instead of dried beans?

Yes, you can. Reduce the cooking time to about 8 minutes and reduce the liquid by a cup or two as well. Make sure to drain and rinse your beans.

How do I make this in a slow cooker?

To make this in a crock pot, cook on low for 6 – 7 hours or high for 3 – 4 hours, or until beans and veggies are tender.

Can I make this on the stovetop?

Yes you can! Put everything in a large pot and simmer on the stove over low heat for approximately 1 1/2 – 2 hours.

Black bean soup with peppers and avocado

If I’m serving dessert that night, I tend to choose something like this blueberry buttermilk bundt cake or chocolate coconut truffles for a quick and easy no bake option.

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Yield: 3.5 quarts

Instant Pot Black Bean Soup with Dried Beans

Instant Pot black bean soup is a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb. dried black beans
3 tbsp. olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced (about 2 cups)
1 bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 ribs celery, diced
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
2 canned chipotle peppers, roughly chopped + 2 tbsp adobo sauce from the can
6 cups vegetable broth/stock
2 tsp. kosher salt
1 tsp. black pepper
2 bay leaves
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 cup fresh lime juice or red wine vinegar, optional

Instructions

Hit "sauté" function on Instant Pot. Add olive oil and when pot is warm, add onion, celery, peppers and garlic. Season with a big pinch of salt.
Cook for 6 - 8 minutes, until vegetables have softened, but have not browned. Season with another pinch of salt and pepper.
Add diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers and adobo sauce from can, bay leaves, cumin, oregano and vegetable stock/broth. Stir to combine.
Add dried black beans and stir again to combine.
Put lid on Instant Pot and make sure it is locked. Check valve to make sure it is set to "sealing" and not release. Set manual timer for 20 minutes, up to 25 minutes if you want beans to be extra soft.
Let pressure release naturally for 15 minutes, then manually release. Check the soup for seasoning and add more salt and/or pepper, if needed.
Add lime juice or vinegar, if desired.
Using an immersion blender, purée soup in pot or blend in regular blender and serve with diced red onion, diced bell pepper, avocado, sour cream, plantain chips, cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

Blend soup as much or as little as you like to achieve desired consistency.

Tortilla soup recipe with chicken

April 28, 2020

This quick and easy tortilla soup recipe is made with shredded chicken and crispy fried tortilla strips in a tomato-based broth. Chiles, avocado, fresh cilantro and lime are added to the bowls to give this soup incredible flavor. For a festive dessert, serve these adorable Mexican chocolate cupcakes.

This tortilla soup recipe is similar to the one I had when I was living in Guadalajara. Smoky heat from the chiles give the broth tons of flavor and the creamy avocados practically melt right into the soup.

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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

February 15, 2020

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup is the epitome of the “cure all soup”. It is comforting and delicious, it reminds us of childhood, it is what we crave when we’re under the weather and knowing how to make a good pot of soup from scratch is a good skill to have in your arsenal. From easy lentil soup to langostino chowder, you’ll be able to create anything.

Once you master the basics of making a good pot of soup, it opens up infinite possibilities to all of the variations you can make.

Homemade chicken noodle soup isn’t exactly groundbreaking, earth-shattering, cutting-edge haute cuisine, but something everyone should have in their arsenal. When it’s good, it’s really good and it possesses inexplicable magic.

A good bowl of classic chicken noodle soup can make you feel so much better when you’re not feeling your best. It satisfies your soul and can warm you to the core on a bone-chilling day.

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Vegan Winter Vegetable Soup

February 12, 2020

It’s winter and that means comfort food. But, we’re also trying to eat a little healthier. We’re making an effort to eat more vegetables because we want to get more bang for our buck in the nutrition department. This winter vegetable soup is nearly fat free, it’s low in calories and contains a ton of vitamins, minerals and fiber.

Speaking of healthy comfort food, this vegan vegetable soup would be perfect for cold winter evenings. It doesn’t hurt that the broth is the color of sunshine; which is what we need on chilly, gray days.

This post is sponsored by Idaho® Potatoes. As always, all opinions are my own.

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Minestrone Soup from Scratch

February 8, 2020

Classic minestrone soup is a great weeknight meal. Rich tomatoey broth full of fresh vegetables, hearty white beans and pasta is topped with a sprinkling of fresh herbs to make this soup a nutritious and delicious dinner.

Minestrone is an easy soup recipe for dinner, it is full of nutrients and fiber and it’s always a crowd-pleaser, making it a great option for family dinners.

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Wedding Soup with Turkey Meatballs

January 11, 2020

Made with extra vegetables and turkey meatballs to make it lighter, this Italian Wedding Soup recipe is a meal everyone will love. This is an easy soup recipe for weeknight dinner, plus it makes excellent leftovers for lunch during the week.

This soup comes together quickly, making it a great weeknight dinner. Make the meatballs ahead of time and this soup will be done in under 20 minutes.

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Vegan Winter Vegetable Soup

January 4, 2020

This hearty, vegan winter vegetable soup is loaded with root vegetables. The golden, turmeric broth turns this soup the color of sunshine. Perfect for when you’re under the weather.

A handful of root vegetables, which are in season during the winter months, combined with a bright yellow-hued broth make this earthy soup a perfect weeknight dinner.

This recipe is a big batch soup, it makes enough to feed 8 people, but you can easily halve it.

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The best beef barley soup recipe

November 2, 2019

Cold winter evenings call for a bowl of this hearty beef barley soup recipe, full of vegetables and a rich tomatoey broth. A basket of buttermilk biscuits would be the perfect side for this comfort food.

This recipe for beef barley soup is easy and straightforward. Making a good pot of soup from scratch is a great skill to have and this is a good one to start with, if you’re new to making soup.

Even if you are an experienced cook, this recipe for beef soup with barley and vegetables is a classic.

Made the soup today- it was delicious! This will be added to the fall & winter meal menu in our house.
– Elaine

Beef Barley Soup

As a kid, this was my favorite soup. There was just something about that broth, it was sweet and tangy from the tomato and the barley was just chewy enough to give it texture. I loved it.

I’ve always been a soup lover. To me, it is a balm for my soul. There is something about a bowl of soup that is comforting, don’t you agree?

The defining factor in any bowl of soup is the broth. If the broth is watery or not well seasoned, it ruins the entire pot.

bowl of beef barley soup with pot in background

Let me assure you, the broth in beef barley soup is full of flavor and so delicious. Tender chunks of meat and vegetables are simmered in a tangy and deeply flavored tomatoey beef broth. It is a soup lovers dream.

Beef Barley Soup with Vegetables

Some soups are more focused on the meat, whereas I like to pack my soup with vegetables. It is mostly mirepoix, which is carrots, onion and celery. It is the base of almost every soup.

As you can see, the meat complements the soup. The vegetables actually make up the bulk of it. I use 1 pound of meat, but if you like a really meaty soup, go ahead and double it.

If you haven’t made soup from scratch before, this is a nice, easy recipe to begin with. I made a cheat sheet with tips for making soup like a pro that you might want to snag to help you.

Do you cook barley before adding to the soup?

No. The barley cooks in the soup. While it’s cooking, it will absorb the flavorful broth, giving the barley great flavor.

Otherwise, the barley would be bland and wouldn’t taste like much. This also gives the vegetables and meat time to soften in the soup while the barley is cooking.

What is the best cut of beef for beef barley soup?

I use beef stew meat, which can be found at any grocery store. You can use whatever you prefer, but stew meat is standard for beef barley soup.

You want a cut of meat that benefits from a longer period of simmering to break down the tissue and soften as it cooks.

Can you freeze beef barley soup?

Yes! Beef barley soup freezes like a dream. This makes it a great choice for make ahead meals as well. I always make more soup than I need with the intention of freezing some for days when I’m too busy or tired to cook.

What do you serve with beef barley soup?

I love warm, buttered buttermilk biscuits with my soup. These potato dill biscuits would also be fantastic with this soup.

A side salad would be great, but if you like a heartier salad, like I do, this butternut arugula salad is so good.

For dessert, cranberry orange upside down cake is perfect for this time of year.

3 bowls of beef barley soup with parsley and spoons

What do I need to make beef barley soup?

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The great thing about this soup is that you probably have most of the ingredients already. As for equipment, you’ll need a few things.

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Yield: 4 quarts

Beef Barley Soup

A rich and heart beef barley soup packed with vegetables. A complete and comforting meal in a bowl.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

1 lb beef stew meat
4 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 medium onions, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp flour
14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
6 cups beef broth or stock (48 oz)
1 c. frozen peas
1/2 c. pearled barley
2 bay leaves
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

In a medium to large stock pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add beef and sear on all sides. Season with half of the salt and pepper.
When beef has a good sear on all sides, remove from pot and set aside.
Add onions and cook for 2 - 3 minutes.
Add celery, carrots and garlic, season with remaining salt and pepper. Cook until softened (about 6-8 minutes).
Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat.
Let flour cook out for a few minutes, then add beef back into the pot and pour in the beef broth/stock.
Add remaining ingredients and let soup simmer until barley is cooked (about 45 minutes).
Add chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Check for seasoning and adjust if necessary.

Notes

If you like a lot of broth, add up to 8 cups of broth to the soup.

Easy Soup Recipes for Fall

October 21, 2019

Food in bowls is always the most comforting kind of food. Soup is one of those foods that I could happily eat all year, regardless of the season. Today, I’m sharing a dozen easy soup recipes for fall, including my easy lentil soup recipe.

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