RED BEAN VEGETABLE SOUP

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Cajun seasoning boosts the flavor of this brothy soup. The easy recipe makes a big batch that's loaded with beans and fresh veggies. -Ronnie Lappe, Brownwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 6h15m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 large sweet red peppers, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the peppers, celery, onions and beans. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges