Hearty Easy Crock Pot 15 Bean Soup with Ground Turkey Bliss
This Easy Crock Pot 15 Bean Soup brings hearty flavors and minimal effort, perfect for warming winter nights.
Equipment
- Crock Pot
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 20 oz bean soup mix Substitution: Use a homemade blend of dried beans if a pre-mix isn't available.
- 8 cups water Acts as the base liquid for the soup.
For the Protein
- 3.5 cups cooked turkey Dice into 1/2-inch pieces for even cooking.
For the Vegetables
- 2 carrots Cut into 1/4-inch rounds.
- 1 onion Finely chop into 1/4-inch pieces.
- 2 celery stalks Slice into 1/4-inch pieces.
- 1 poblano pepper Substitution: Use jalapeño for more heat.
- 1 red bell pepper Remove seeds and dice into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 2 cloves garlic Mince finely.
For Flavoring
- 1.5 tsp oregano
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 tsp liquid smoke Colgin brand is preferred for the best flavor.
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes Use a sweeter variety for a balanced flavor.
- 0.75 oz lemon juice Adjust to taste.
- salt Enhances all flavors.
Instructions
Steps
- Prepare vegetables: Start by dicing the carrots, finely chopping the onion, and slicing the celery and both peppers into 1/4-inch pieces for even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Rinse the beans: Place your bean soup mix in a colander and rinse under cold water for a few minutes.
- Combine ingredients: In your crock pot, add the rinsed bean mix, prepared veggies, minced garlic, diced cooked turkey, bay leaf, oregano, black pepper, and liquid smoke.
- Add water: Pour in 8 cups of water, making sure all the ingredients are submerged.
- Cook on HIGH: Set your crock pot to HIGH and let it cook for 7 hours.
- Incorporate tomatoes: In the last hour of cooking, add the crushed tomatoes and lemon juice.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste your soup and adjust with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into warm bowls, and enjoy.
Notes
Optional: Top with shredded cheese, green onions, or a dollop of sour cream for an extra layer of flavor.