Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (2024)

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This recipe is sponsored by Bush’s Beans.

I know it is black eyed peas that are supposed to bring you good luck in the new year if you eat them, but I just can’t seem to get into that. I’ve never been the biggest fan of black eyed peas (love the band, not so much the food). So each year on the New Year, I choose to pretend beans, like kidney beans or black beans, have the same kind of “luck” power. And as luck would have it, there are some really tasty recipes out there featuring one of my favorite foods… beans!

I’ve shared a lot of over the past several years, and unexpectedly, this Bean and Cheese Soup recipe from the Bush’s Beans website has shot up to be one of my favorites, yet. I say unexpectedly because I was surprised by how flavorful and delicious this recipe is, considering it is so easy to make.

I think I may be onto something with this whole beans for good luck in the New Year thing because I feel like I have some of the best luck in the world and am incredibly blessed. If you want to try out my “beans for luck” theory, I suggest starting with this Bean and Cheese Soup recipe. It’s easy enough and oh so good!

I hope you all have the happiest New Year yet!

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Slow Cooker Bean and Cheese Soup

A simple Slow Cooker Bean and Cheese Soup, perfect for warming up on a cold winters night!

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 16 ounce cans BUSH’S® Kidney Beans, drained
  • 2 medium onions diced
  • 2 Russet potatoes peeled and finely diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon white or black pepper
  • 6 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded Colby cheese

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients except cheese in slow cooker.

  • Cover and cook 4-5 hours on low.

  • Before serving, stir in cheese. Cover and cook an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Notes

Recipe from Bush's Beans

Disclosure: I’m proud to be a compensated brand ambassador for Bush’s Beans. All opinions expressed are my own.

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  1. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (6)Carla says

    I think beans are a great replacement for luck. Happy New Year, Kristen!

  2. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (7)pam (Sidewalk Shoes) says

    Looks good. I have my black-eyed peas soaking, I love them! Happy New Year!

  3. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (9)Lucie says

    Happy New Year 🙂

    It seems that legumes are supposed to bring happiness in lots of cultures – I’m going to cook some lentils (with pickles and fried eggs) for New Year’s dinner.

  4. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (10)Natalie @ Cooking for My Kids says

    I have black-eyed peas cooking right now, but I will definitely be trying this lucky bean soup, soon, as well! Happy New Year, sweet friend!

  5. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (11)Liz says

    Nice recipe. Thank you and Happy New Year!

  6. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (13)Rachel @ Pain-Free Kitchen says

    Oh man that looks great. Sad I can’t have beans or cheese. But I will definitely pass this recipe along to friends 🙂

  7. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (14)Joelen says

    This looks so delicious and a great way to incorporate more beans in my diet!

  8. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (15)Emilie@TheCleverCarrot says

    What a lovely, hearty recipe- perfect for our chilly winter. Delicious!

  9. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (16)Susan says

    I think any bean counts as good luck for the new year! Happy New Year. Looks delicious!

  10. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (17)Cate O'Malley says

    My mom is big on black eyed peas on New Years’ Day too – the soup looks great for these 10 degree temps we’re having!

  11. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (18)Christina @ Sweet Pea's Kitchen says

    This soup sounds incredible! The temperatures tonight are supposed to dip down to -45 with the windchill…I’m thinking this soup would warm us right up! Pinned!! 🙂

  12. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (19)Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    Put beans in just about anything, and I’m all in. Add some cheese, and you won’t be able to get rid of me. This soup looks fantastic. Even better, it’s so easy. Pinned!

  13. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (20)Lauren says

    Slow cookers make life so much easier! Thanks for the recipe! Happy New Year!

  14. Beans for Luck? {Recipe: Bean and Cheese Soup} (21)mbt pas cher says

    From other people as compared to what I read, your style is so unique.

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