Amish church soup is a simple and creamy soup that is traditionally served after church services.
Amish church soup is also called bubbly soup or bean soup and is often made with butter, milk and bread and sometimes with the addition of navy beans and even shredded hard boiled eggs.
Recipes for Amish church soup vary, and some versions of Amish Church soup include browned butter for a richer flavor and other versions of Amish church soup are simpler or use ingredients like potatoes or ham.
The common ingredients in Amish church soup are butter, milk, and white bread that is cut into small pieces.
Cooked navy beans are also a frequent addition to Amish church soup, especially for church gatherings.
And shredded hard boiled eggs can be added for added nutrition.
And black pepper is commonly sprinkled on top of the Amish church soup for added flavor.
And some families and communities also add ingredients like onions, bacon or potatoes to create different variations of Amish church soup.
Amish church soup serves as a centerpiece for the communal meal following church services.
And the humble ingredients and straightforward preparation of Amish church soup also embody the Amish values of resourcefulness, community and sharing.
To prepare Amish church soup, butter is melted and often browned in a pot to add depth and flavor.
And milk is brought to a boil, and then the bread cubes, beans, "if using beans", and seasonings are added.
The Amish church soup is then gently simmered until it's heated through and then it's served.
Bread pieces may also be floated on top or served on the side with Amish church soup.