Hearty Bean Chowder
Hearty Bean Chowder could be just the dairy free recipe you've been looking for. One portion of this dish contains approximately 18g of protein, 8g of fat, and From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Instructions
In a large pot over medium high heat, saute the bacon until crisp.
Remove the bacon and some of the fat; drain and set aside. Keep about 2 tablespoons of fat in the pot, add the flour and stir well to form a roux.
Heat the roux until it is a dark brownish color, about 5 minutes.
Add the onions, celery, sesame oil and carrots to the roux and saute for 2 minutes, stirring well.
Add the garlic and heat for 2 more minutes.
Add the water and stir well. Finally, add the white beans, black beans, cayenne pepper to taste and ground black pepper to taste.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 2 hours, or until the vegetables and beans are tender and the soup is the consistency you want. If the veggies aren't tender but its too thick, you can always add more water. Return the bacon to the soup and season with salt to taste.
Recommended wine: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
Chowder works really well with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling. Chowder can benefit from a crisp white to cut through the rich, creamy broth - or you can go big or go home with a rich, buttery chardonnay. The Willamette Valley Vineyards Dijon Clone Chardonnay with a 4.8 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 22 dollars per bottle.
Willamette Valley Vineyards Dijon Clone Chardonnay
The nose opens with aromas of lemon, pear, hazelnut and honey. The bouquet moves into a creamy medium-bodied sip offering flavors of orange, sweet cream, vanilla, caramel and clove. Balancing acidity leaves the wine refreshing, with a lingering finish and ideal for food pairing.Pair with rich seafood dishes like grilled shrimp or seafood scampi, chicken pot pie or creamy soups, rice or potato dishes, fresh salads with vinaigrettes and hard cheeses like aged white cheddar.