Hearty Pinto Bean and Smoked Sausage Soup

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Hearty Pinto Bean and Smoked Sausage Soup.

1. Step 1

   Begin by soaking pinto beans in water for 8 hours or overnight, then drain them before cooking.

2. Step 2

   In a spacious 6-quart stockpot, melt butter over medium heat.

3. Step 3

   Add chopped onion and celery, sautéing until the vegetables soften, which should take about 5 minutes.

4. Step 4

   Stir in minced garlic and let it cook for an additional minute until it releases its delightful aroma.

5. Step 5

   Next, pour in beef broth and tomato juice, then add the drained pinto beans.

6. Step 6

   Bring this hearty mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and allow it to simmer until the beans are tender, roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.

7. Step 7

   As the soup simmers, introduce diced potatoes, carrots, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

8. Step 8

   Continue simmering until the potatoes are tender, which will take about another 30 minutes.

9. Step 9

   While the soup is bubbling away, preheat your oven's broiler and adjust the rack to sit about 6 inches from the heat source.

10. Step 10

    Place smoked sausage on a baking sheet and broil until it’s beautifully browned, approximately 10 minutes.

11. Step 11

    Once browned, cut the sausage into quarters and slice it.

12. Step 12

    Add the sausage and freshly chopped parsley to the soup, letting it simmer for an additional 10 minutes before serving.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy this comforting dish that warms both the heart and the soul!.