Category Archives: Soup Recipes

Buffalo Chicken 15 Bean Soup

Posted on January 28, 2010 by hurstbeans

For those of you familiar with the N.K. Hurst Co., you may know that we are located in the shadow of Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Indianapolis Colts. For over 25 years we have been a host to tailgaters … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Leftovers: 15 Bean Stew

Posted on November 23, 2009 by hurstbeans

It’s all here: Turkey, roasted carrots, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, green beans, and…oh yeah. Gravy. This Friday, many will stand in front of a fridge filled with Thanksgiving leftovers and wonder “what to do”? Here’s a simple recipe that combines … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Lentil Soup

Posted on October 22, 2009 by hurstbeans

With Halloween just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to utilize one of the most underrated and versatile ingredients. Readily available this time of year, pumpkins have a sweet, earthy flavor that works great in a wide range of … Continue reading →

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Puck’s Kitchen: White Bean Soup w/ Pancetta & Swiss Chard

Posted on September 22, 2009 by hurstbeans

Here at the N.K. Hurst Co. we are always on the lookout for recipes that feature dry beans, especially if it is created by someone famous in the culinary world. In a round-about way, this “bean publicity” helps promote the … Continue reading →

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Sweet Corn and White Bean Chowder

Posted on August 17, 2009 by hurstbeans

Georgia has its’ Vidalia Onions. Idaho has its’ potatoes. Even Oklahoma has its’ (controversial vegetable) Watermelons. So it’s hard to believe (especially around this time of year) that Indiana hasn’t made Sweet Corn its’ official vegetable yet. Drive for several … Continue reading →

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15 Bean Clam Chowder

Posted on June 22, 2009 by hurstbeans

A recent trip to visit family on the east coast provided the inspiration behind this classic soup dish. As I worked on a 2nd bowl of my aunt’s (almost) famous Clam “Chowdah,” I realized that our #1 selling 15 Bean … Continue reading →

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15 Bean, 15 Vegetable Soup

Posted on May 28, 2009 by hurstbeans

As the weather slowly begins to improve, it is evident (especially at the hardware and garden stores) that we are getting into “vegetable season”.  People everywhere are starting to see their gardens take shape and the local Farmers’ Market has … Continue reading →

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Drunken Beans (Frijoles Borrachos)

Posted on May 6, 2009 by hurstbeans

Beans and beer: The perfect marriage for my Cinco de Mayo festivities. Searching through a number of recipes both online and in cookbooks, I was looking for some inspiration to create a traditional Mexican bean dish with some of my … Continue reading →

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Navy Bean Soup (aka Senate Bean Soup)

Posted on April 21, 2009 by hurstbeans

Late last week, I still had a large portion of ham left from Easter lunch. Around here that usually means one (very delicious) thing: some homemade Ham and Beans. Check out this take on one of our most traditional and … Continue reading →

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Black Beans and Rice

Posted on April 17, 2009 by hurstbeans

One of my all-time favorite “I could eat this everyday” meals is black beans and rice. Hugely popular throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, it is one of those simple-to-make dishes that still has incredible flavor. Throw in some slow … Continue reading →

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