"Honest Portuguese" Pork Bean Soup - Traditional

Portuguese sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Chicken sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans offer similar texture and flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily.

smoked ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: cooked bacon

Turkey ham is leaner and still provides a smoky flavor.

Sauté diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in a large pot until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add sliced Portuguese sausage and smoked ham, cooking until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and chicken broth.

Add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and stir in chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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