15 Bean Soup Recipe! Hardy, Robust, So Many Flavors, So Good!

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  • @July4.1776
    @July4.1776 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Jan! WE LOVE YOU!

  • @terrybarnett249
    @terrybarnett249 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The bean soup looks so good

  • @hillarysmith1741
    @hillarysmith1741 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bean soup and sweet Miss Jan both so warm and comforting! Win Win!🥰❤💜💙

  • @aignr5
    @aignr5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this

  • @donnataylor980
    @donnataylor980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's the best-looking 15 bean soup I've ever seen. Thanks for the great recipe

  • @sharonceaser-wheeler3364
    @sharonceaser-wheeler3364 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome

  • @sherrypotoczny8273
    @sherrypotoczny8273 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks scrumptious!! Thanks

  • @kendrasmith6637
    @kendrasmith6637 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks delicious. Thanks Jan. 😊

  • @godsplan8527
    @godsplan8527 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't wait to make this. Thanks for posting

  • @kellymyers5903
    @kellymyers5903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video God bless you and your family. Going try this

  • @laureldarby1703
    @laureldarby1703 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Jan,
    This look wonderful and I want some now....I will be following your recipe. Thank you so very much. Good comforting food...love you.

  • @marthafazzini9835
    @marthafazzini9835 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the addition of creme corn. Happy New Year. Blessings

  • @frugalmrsolson1
    @frugalmrsolson1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks yummy. Thank you.

  • @julieshepherd5989
    @julieshepherd5989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jan it's ok to be 5 beans short!, thanks for sharing any of your recipes, you know how to cook, it's ok, I love your recipies, 😊😍🌹🥀🍉🌺🦋

  • @SS-gf6rl
    @SS-gf6rl ปีที่แล้ว

    Yummy

  • @territn8871
    @territn8871 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love bean soup like that!!! I fix it usually a couple times during the winter!

  • @fairygrider3204
    @fairygrider3204 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Miss Jan you and Randy are both so welcome. Its just such a pleasure to see you and watch your videos. You are just so calming and i love you and your sweet family. I look for your videos everyday. Take care and will see you in your next videos.

  • @thelmabryant3824
    @thelmabryant3824 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks delicious 😋 😍

  • @Rareone101
    @Rareone101 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You for sharing, was looking for a new way to fixem up and here it is ❤🙂

  • @cathyhodge2799
    @cathyhodge2799 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Jan!!

  • @angelwithinme1
    @angelwithinme1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your such a good cook. Thank you Jan for your video's xoxox

  • @coryhyatt2035
    @coryhyatt2035 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I bet your kitchen sink was starting to get worried, lol. It looks good!

  • @andreamills5852
    @andreamills5852 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So cute I see Mr.Randy peeking around the corner to see if you are done.😄😆😉

  • @russlaur5786
    @russlaur5786 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks delish!!! I am going to make some soon!! Thanks for the great idea. ❤️

  • @katherynshiflet5391
    @katherynshiflet5391 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!!

  • @dolldoll2914
    @dolldoll2914 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    👩‍💻Looks and sounds delicious. I have used the 15 bean soup mix before and loved using them, but I soak them overnight first. My ex husband's Great Grandma, straight from the Alps of Northern Italy, closer to France, would use ketchup to help make her sauces and my oldest daughter this lady's Great Great Granddaughter has picked up that same habit in her cooking. So when you are low on tomato sauce, squirt in some ketchup instead. The thing is these 2 women met only once, Great Great Grandma was 96 years old and my daughter was 5 years old so there was no discussion of cooking, just interesting. Much love and peace. 🙋‍♀️🪔🥰🐞🧘‍♀️☯️😷🇺🇲

  • @annthrockmorton1517
    @annthrockmorton1517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    To those here in the comments pushing Jan to add written recipes:
    Jan is generously sharing her ingredients and method for cooking this and the other recipes as it is. C'mon!!
    Are we so challenged that we can't simply get a pen and paper together to write it down for ourselves as we watch? That way, we can add little notes on substitutions or other pertinent remarks Jan makes that wouldn't appear in a written recipe.

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    • @DRUGSTOREMAKEUPDIVA
      @DRUGSTOREMAKEUPDIVA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I just follow along, & when she says something, I jot it down, or I'll rewind. I don't have a problem with it. Some people have some nerve! I agree with you!!!

    • @Rita-yw2tn
      @Rita-yw2tn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      She does exactly like I do she uses her own judgment and eyeballing is her ( our ) measurement’s and that’s just the way it is . She cooks a lot like I do I pretty much add everything but the kitchen sink & it’s awesome when it’s done and everyone loves it no matter what I’m cooking .

    • @SpookieCupcakes
      @SpookieCupcakes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thank you! 😊

    • @cherryclan1
      @cherryclan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Agreed. She takes her time to create content for us for free. We have no right to demand more of her. Grateful for every minute she gives us as it is.

  • @DJ-bf7no
    @DJ-bf7no 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @delilahshields6959
    @delilahshields6959 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A big bowl of that wit some cornbread, that will be some good eating 👀😋🤤😍

  • @susansramblings7848
    @susansramblings7848 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am going tomake this and can it. It will be great for my pantry shelves.

  • @cathydecarles7084
    @cathydecarles7084 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jan I love watching you and making me feel better you are sweetie I love bean soup it looks delicious 🙏🏽✝️💗💜🇺🇸❤️🌷🌹🙏🏽

  • @gloriamairs9518
    @gloriamairs9518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Delightful! Good to see sweet Randy in the background, too! ❤️❤️

  • @greta9599
    @greta9599 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a bag of the 15 beans because it looked pretty in a glass jar. I will get another bag to cook, cuz my jar has been here a while, lol. I love the flavor packets in the pinto beans. It's ham flavored. I still add ham & onions. Another of Jan's recipes to try. ❤

  • @donna5499
    @donna5499 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are Such A beautiful Lady . God Bless You Jan. Great Cook Love You

  • @bburton260
    @bburton260 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jan, the bean soup looks delicious.Perfect for a cold winter’s evening. Love all your videos. Thank you for sharing your recipes and hauls. You’re fun to spend time with.

  • @audreycasassa1683
    @audreycasassa1683 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks EXCELLENT!

  • @craigcundiff3299
    @craigcundiff3299 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Jan
    Omg that look so good im going have try im a nurse will have to fix for my husband..and troop
    Nurse cundiff from Lexington Kentucky

  • @pamelagillikin9056
    @pamelagillikin9056 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks good, hope you're feeling better. Thanks for sharing and have a great day.

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am feeling better and thank you❤

  • @susanweeldreyer1901
    @susanweeldreyer1901 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Going to have to try this...Thank you !

  • @Patty-jj4en
    @Patty-jj4en 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Umm it looks delicious!

  • @tanyamckinnon5376
    @tanyamckinnon5376 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jan, I miss you so much

  • @novewalker4577
    @novewalker4577 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need to try your recipe with everything to see if i will like it too, I t reminds me of stew peas.

  • @LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow
    @LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so cold right now but the thought of making this is already warming me up! I’ve been big into soups lately. I love the presentation of your video. I make cooking videos too! 🧑‍🍳 I love to be inspired and learn from other talented creators like you. 👍🏻thanks for sharing! 🍅🥑🥦🫑🥔🍪

  • @deanna6483
    @deanna6483 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Jan. Another great recipe! My dad always called worchestershire sauce " whats this here sauce" 😊

  • @sherleyouellette9371
    @sherleyouellette9371 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks very delicious.

  • @cherryclan1
    @cherryclan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Always a great day when my favorite TH-camr posts a video!!!! Thanks, Jan !

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so kind and sweet.💗! And thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @andreamills5852
    @andreamills5852 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a ham bone from Christmas I think I will make some this week.😋🙏☺️❣️

  • @lynneharrill9570
    @lynneharrill9570 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Miss Jan for this delicious recipe!

  • @sfreil5191
    @sfreil5191 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great!

  • @lorilyons6073
    @lorilyons6073 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    😘❤️

  • @sandraphipps7455
    @sandraphipps7455 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your. Soup Looks delicious. I m Really Enjoying Your Video s. 🤗🌺. Going To Try it. Thank You. Stay Warm

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope you are staying warm! And thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @BrendaKay2024
    @BrendaKay2024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your channel...God bless you and your family...

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Brenda and thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @inesspanni
    @inesspanni 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks delish!!!

  • @Souperat60
    @Souperat60 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Looks delicious. You should make that more often😁.

  • @gingerhammond6446
    @gingerhammond6446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WORS-TA-SHUR...just like the county in England...

  • @tonirieke7934
    @tonirieke7934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yumm, some cornbread would be nice. So enjoy your videos, thank you so much

    • @sammy9103
      @sammy9103 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes!I Love cornbread in the wintertime 😋❄

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Toni thank you bunches and thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @phyllisbakercoffman8988
    @phyllisbakercoffman8988 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This looks really good, Jan 💕

  • @audreywilliams6533
    @audreywilliams6533 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Mrs.Jan,I make chilli with my mine.🙋🏽‍♀️

  • @sweetelizabeth9597
    @sweetelizabeth9597 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks very delicious , most definitely going to try

  • @Randy8923
    @Randy8923 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This looks delicious! Great job Jan!

  • @Mrs.Peachthriftyliving
    @Mrs.Peachthriftyliving 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love the way yo "make do" with what you have and your measuring method! Way to go, this sounds delicious, !

  • @deborahbaird900
    @deborahbaird900 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love 15 bean soup. Haven't had it in ages

  • @kathleenvigliano9642
    @kathleenvigliano9642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I miss my electric can opener now that I'm older. I love how you use what you have to make your recipe. You are a genius.

  • @cathywhite9198
    @cathywhite9198 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like this bean soup
    God bless yummy
    with ham that's going to be some good soup ham hock

  • @BeckyJean
    @BeckyJean 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my! That looks so good!

  • @sherrysherry7208
    @sherrysherry7208 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a nice warm meal to snuggle up with...thx my lovely Jan💐

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are a sweetie, thank you😊❤😊

  • @becomingjane786
    @becomingjane786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love that 15 bean mix. Looks delicious, Jan!

  • @danamatthews5099
    @danamatthews5099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh, I have a ham bone in the freezer. I think I'll try this and throw that ole' bone in it. I've always been curious about these beans but never tried them. Sure does look good! Have a great day!

    • @sammy9103
      @sammy9103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I got a hambone in freezer too. Gonna make pintos, cornbread & fried potatoes soon.😋
      Having IBS, I cant handle too many beans or spices. I have to soak the beans over night to cut down on the stomach gas. 💨 lol

    • @danamatthews5099
      @danamatthews5099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sammy9103 Bless your heart. Beans can be a bad thing. Your meal sounds just like mine! We love smother fried pottoes and onions! Have a good weekend!

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Dana😊❤

  • @gingerkloepfer1043
    @gingerkloepfer1043 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    It's a perfect night for bean soup ,its going down to 19° tonight & going to be in the 20s all weekend ,I didnt have 15 bean but I had great northern beans ,making me & my son great northern bean soup ❤

    • @Rita-yw2tn
      @Rita-yw2tn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That’s my favorite bean soup of all of them .

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds delicious Ginger. Hope you were able to stay snuggly warm❤

    • @gingerkloepfer1043
      @gingerkloepfer1043 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I stayed snuggly warm Mrs Jan ❤

  • @brownbettybrown1
    @brownbettybrown1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You for the inspiration Jan. After watching this vid this morning I decided to make this bean soup for supper, as well as home made bread, and peanut butter cookies. Thanks for all your inspiring videos.

  • @kathyscrazylife
    @kathyscrazylife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I make a 15 bean soup about every couple of weeks, especially in the colder months. I add beef broth, sugar cured ham and diced tomatoes. I don’t use the flavor packet either, just salt and pepper. No corn. It sure is good. I look mine and wash them only because my granny would probably come back and haunt me if I didn’t.

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lolol...your granny sounds cute!☺

  • @brianboe3774
    @brianboe3774 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I quit worrying about washing em when I never found anything to worry about hahaha

  • @MeMe-sy4sb
    @MeMe-sy4sb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yummy! I’m neurotic about picking thru dry beans. I find stones or debris many times, especially in pinto beans.

    • @sammy9103
      @sammy9103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, I have to pick through them, that's how mom did & also because of my stomach problems.

  • @ColoringGoatlover913
    @ColoringGoatlover913 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am new here and I have to say you have sweetest spirit. You are very relaxing to listen to. You also seem to be a very brave woman. Thank you and God Bless You. 😊🤗

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so sweet and thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @blue_eyes296
    @blue_eyes296 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Hi.Jan It's snowing here and it's very cold out there so I think that this would be a great dish to make for the family

    • @DRUGSTOREMAKEUPDIVA
      @DRUGSTOREMAKEUPDIVA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm in FL, so I don't mean to boast, but better you than me!🤓

    • @naomiemoore5725
      @naomiemoore5725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DRUGSTOREMAKEUPDIVA And it was 79 where I live today.

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hope you are staying warm! And thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @jslovesgiraffes3662
    @jslovesgiraffes3662 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks delicious 😋

  • @honeydrascol6695
    @honeydrascol6695 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ran across this video I love 15 beans. This recipe is interesting I'll have to try it. I make my beans with out the flavor packet instead I use smoke turkey and onion soup mix with cornbread. Yum yum

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @cindaschuster6725
    @cindaschuster6725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks delish.

  • @sheilabundren2037
    @sheilabundren2037 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love just about any kind of bean soup.

  • @Lisa101-x9x
    @Lisa101-x9x 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely love your channel Jan, I could listen to you for hours. Happy New Year to you and your family xxxx

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching my videos Lisa, you are so sweet❤

  • @roseluesing8995
    @roseluesing8995 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi hoping you and husband are doing better. I love to watch your shows. Love and prayers

  • @carolbenson6524
    @carolbenson6524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My gosh...I could eat that healthy bean soup every day. .especially in our cold weather!! I bet your family will love it!🥘

  • @joanwood5778
    @joanwood5778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This looks delicious. Going to try it. Thank you

  • @Lifeisgoodat66
    @Lifeisgoodat66 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow , your soup looks so good , good for this cold weather we having 😋☃☃

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope you are staying warm Ingrid! And thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @ohioredbird825
    @ohioredbird825 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We are ham and bean lovers here at this house let me tell you! I have not tried the 15 bean soup but it looks very very good. It would be excellent with cornbread or some fresh dinner rolls yum yum, perfect wintertime food. Love ya, God bless you, Shirley.

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Shirley. Bean lovers here to❤

  • @vikithomasson7772
    @vikithomasson7772 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I sure wish I’d had this recipe yesterday! I made dried large butter butter beans and and cured ham over cornbread! I’ve frozen half of it! Best pot liquor ever without an added drop of salt! I may use your recipe yet! Ty and stay warm!

  • @ghettomamamukbang2963
    @ghettomamamukbang2963 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a tip. You can cook them in that roaster pan in the oven. But low heat. Like 250 degrees. It like using a crock pot. I do this alot.

  • @random_thoughts5343
    @random_thoughts5343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm writing down ingredients while I watch 😃 my family is grateful for you Jan ❤️

  • @stephanieodonnell8849
    @stephanieodonnell8849 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks really good!!!! I’ll have to try making it!!

  • @brendalee8831
    @brendalee8831 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy and Blessed new year Jan and family

  • @chriswitmer7001
    @chriswitmer7001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I didn't know there were bags of the 15 bean variety. (didn't inherit my Mother's cooking talents, lol) The soup looks dee-lish! Thanks for sharing, Miss Jan.🍛🥣

  • @nancythomasthomas3237
    @nancythomasthomas3237 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your 15 bean soup looks so good. When I made mine last week I added two cans of diced tomatoes and I used a little bit of cajon seasoning. I don’t like heat. I never thought of the creamed corn but next time I make it, I will add that. Thanks, Jan!

  • @villagesteader3552
    @villagesteader3552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I would first like to say is, you are the sweetest TH-camr!
    I make this soup often but what I also do is put the beans in a quart jar and put my dehydrated vegetables (cherry tomato halves, onion, celery, and carrots. Also smoked paprika. This makes a great, easy crockpot meal! You can season as you like with salt and pepper. The smoked paprika makes it taste meaty whether you choose to add meat or not! Even my sister who can’t cook can make this.
    ♥️👍🙏🇺🇸🤓

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yummy! And thank you so much for the kind comments😊

  • @cathiesennett4094
    @cathiesennett4094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice to see you happy New Year.

  • @lisagraced8112
    @lisagraced8112 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    “...three beans short...” story of my life🤣
    Thanks for this video! God bless you!

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol, thank you for watching my videos Lisa😊

  • @TK_Strong
    @TK_Strong 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That looks amazing! I use “Slap ya Mama” seasoning regularly. After a couple times of using too much and feeling like hellfire had ahold of my tongue and innards 🥵. I learned to use it sparingly. That soup looks so good. I will definitely try it.

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh gosh, that sure is some hot stuff😳Thanks for watching😊😊😊

  • @TheGoodHeart1000
    @TheGoodHeart1000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! This looks fantastic! On the menu! 😁. You are hilarious-‘burn your tonsils out!😆
    Btw, when I get to the bottom of my bouillon, I add some hot tap water to the jar and shake vigorously. That way I get every last bit of goodness.
    Blessings

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Blessings🙏 to you too and thank you for watching my videos😊

  • @joyceedwards9652
    @joyceedwards9652 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're amazing Jan!!!

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are just to sweet and kind❤

  • @anitadunphy7837
    @anitadunphy7837 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jan that soup looks delicious, and healthy too. Bet it feeds a lot too. Thanks for sharing. Stay well and safe.

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It does feed alot of people☺ Thank you so much.

  • @DianeC.
    @DianeC. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Jan!!! I liked your recipe today. Never tried the 15 bean packet. Didnt grow up with eating beans but my Husband ♡ did and he always made them for our kids. Your beans really look super good!!! It did really look tasty and I would like to try it.Yummy!!!. Great video my friend!!!

    • @Stinkerlicious
      @Stinkerlicious  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching my videos😊

    • @DianeC.
      @DianeC. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Stinkerlicious Your so...welcome. I enjoy them and they are always great!!!