Mexican Pinto Bean Soup with Turkey Bacon: A Hearty Delight
This Mexican Pinto Bean Soup with Turkey Bacon is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the richness of turkey bacon with the hearty texture of pinto beans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low-fat
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried pinto beans
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
- Stir in the cumin and chili powder, cooking for another minute.
- Add the pinto beans, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and corn. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 1.5 hours or until beans are tender.
- Stir in the turkey bacon and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as avocado, cheese, or cilantro.