{"product_id":"kidney-bean-soup-kit-copy","title":"Kidney Bean Soup Mix Pouch – 1.10 lb (500 g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a comforting pot of soup to your table with Michigan-grown kidney beans and a separate herbs-and-spices packet, conveniently packed together in a pouch. Enjoy it on its own or make it your own with vegetables or cooked meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNet weight: 1.10 lb (500 g). Each pouch contains 455 g of dried kidney beans plus 45 g of seasoning in a separate sealed bag inside the pouch. Makes approximately 12 cups of soup when prepared as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto serving suggestion (beef and vegetables not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the seasoning packet and set it aside. Soak the beans in the refrigerator for \u003cstrong\u003eat least 5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e. Drain and rinse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover with fresh water and \u003cstrong\u003eboil for at least 30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen simmer until fully tender, adding water as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the seasoning and simmer another \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the whole pouch, adjust with water to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 cups of soup\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not cook raw kidney beans directly in a slow cooker.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the seasoning only after the beans are fully cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCook a little or the whole pouch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare the whole pouch or cook a smaller batch. Measure out the beans and use the same proportion of seasoning from the separate packet. Follow the soaking and boiling directions above for every batch; do not shorten those steps for a smaller portion. Keep the remaining dry beans and seasoning sealed in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMake it your own\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd your favorite cooked meat and vegetables for a heartier meal that stretches further. Try cooked chicken, beef, or sausage during the final 10–15 minutes of cooking, or add sautéed peppers, carrots, or corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMakes approximately 12 cups when the whole pouch is prepared as directed. Adding meat or vegetables will increase the yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor meal inspiration, try our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/bean-recipes\/kidney-bean-soup-kit-recipe-meat-vegetables\" title=\"Kidney Bean Soup Kit Recipe\"\u003eKidney Bean Soup Kit recipe with meat and vegetables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore the unopened pouch in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate leftover prepared soup promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e455 g dried kidney beans and 45 g seasoning, supplied in a separate sealed packet inside the pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeasoning: Dried onion flakes, salt, garlic powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premium Michigan Beans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68045056835735,"sku":"PMB-KB-SOUP-005","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/1218\/1399\/files\/kidney_beans_soup_mix_500g.png?v=1792776478","url":"https:\/\/premiummichiganbeans.com\/products\/kidney-bean-soup-kit-copy","provider":"PREMIUM MICHIGAN BEANS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}