Rosemary always feels like Christmas to me. (And yes, it is way too early to be mentioning Christmas…or is it? ;) )
Anyway, this soup reminds me of Christmas, not only because of the piney smell of the rosemary, but also because of how warm and cozy it is…really perfect for warming up on a damp, chilly day.
It was purely coincidence, but I noticed after I took these pictures that the main accent colors I used are red and green. (How appropriate, eh? And now Mike will be laughing at me because I said “eh”, lol.) But I promise I’m not rushing things or wishing autumn away…no more talk of Christmas around here yet!
Rosemary Red Bean Soup
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Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 medium cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves, minced (or ½ teaspoon dried rosemary leaves)
- 1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans (preferably no-salt-added), rinsed and drained
- 1 (16 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juices
- ½ cup (120 ml) water or low-sodium-vegetable or chicken stock
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; add the onion and cook until softened and starting to brown, about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and rosemary and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in the beans, tomatoes,water (or stock), and a pinch of black pepper; use a potato masher or a fork to mash a few of the beans against the sides of the pot.
- Bring the soup to a simmer over high heat, then turn heat down slightly and simmer 3 to 5 minutes.
- Taste and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
- Serve.
Susannah says
THANK. YOU. I absolutely love to make soup in the fall and the winter but it's so difficult to adapt a soup recipe to feed just 2 people. And even when I try and freeze half and work through the other half as leftovers, I inevitably end up throwing soup away and that's just such a waste. But this sounds delicious AND it's a quick soup recipe for two. Again... THANK YOU!!
Trifle Recipe says
Wow this soup looks so good! I can't wait to make it.
grace says
while i do feel that's it's too early to be thinking christmas thoughts, i love the flavors in this soup. rosemary just makes me think 'tasty'! :)
emiglia says
It's funny that you mention things smelling like Christmas... today I was using cloves in some pumpkin butter and immediately felt like it was the Christmas season! It's still far off, but who's to say we can't celebrate the smells of rosemary and cloves until then. The soup looks lovely!
kalli says
fabulous creation faith! so good, healthy and comforting.....
Krista says
What a simple ingredient list! I really like bean soups; so hearty and perfect to eat on a cold, dreary day...
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
This is so simple and looks so tasty. I'm book marking this recipe! Thanks!!
Sara (The Veggie Eco-Life) says
The soup looks fantastic, I bet it warms you up instantly. I love the colors, and although they look christmassy, I think they suit fall as well ;)
Tanvi@SinfullySpicy says
I cant almost imagine the aroma of this soup..Mmmm what a great idea Faith..cant wait to try it!
Susan says
I think Santa would love that soup ;) Lovely colors and flavors!
Angie's Recipes says
A delicious and comforting soup! Beautiful clicks too.
Lisa says
Thanks for sharing---this looks great!
Lucy says
This post is getting me very excited for Christmas already! Love the idea of rosemary in this soup :)
Hannah says
Nearly-instant healthy meals like this one are life savers! Thanks for giving me another option to add to that list, it sounds fantastic and so comforting on a cold day.
Michele | Cooking At Home says
A hearty and delicious soup when you want a serving just for one or two. I'll be sure to try it. Thanks.
tania@mykitchenstories says
This soup looks like something I would love to eat. Rosemary is a very u nder used herb I think
Andrea @ Mosaic Ideas says
MMMMMM delicious. I was looking for blogs on mosaic to interact with and I ended up here lol. I am hungry now hehe. I just started a blog on mosaic ideas if you have a moment please give me a visit.
Juls says
It is NEVER too early to talk about Christmas! Unless its mid-January, in which case it really isn't welcome but I think its perfectly acceptable to talk about Christmas in mid October :P
This soup looks wonderful and I was thinking autumnal your lovely pictures looked with the wooden bowls and the deep colours. I adore rosemary and this sounds like an awesome soup to be eating on one of these darkening chilly nights we're having over here. Thank you for sharing!
foodie @ tastingspot says
love the soup... simple and delicious... will try it out
LeQuan says
Love the simplicity and quick cooking time of this soup. I also love Christmas, so it's never too early to talk about Christmas with me, especially when it invovles food :P
kim says
At first it would be an azuki bean soup, but I love kidney beans just as much. :)
Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says
what a great idea for a quick soup. sounds delish on this cool fall day!
deana says
Rosemary feels like fall too... and those pictures! Well you just keep getting better and better at taking pictures... love the wooden bowls!
Erica says
Mmmm i am already out of control with the soup making! This one sounds great- warm and comforting
Blond Duck says
This looks wonderful! I love red beans!
nancy at good food matters says
Simple indeed, but made special with that "piney" sprig of rosemary. very pretty styling, even if it is a little "Christmasy"
Rosa says
A gorgeous soup! So hearty and comforting.
Cheers,
Rosa