To prepare a thick rich red bean soup beans and grains recipe, combine the following ingredients: 1 chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped scallions 1/2 cup diced red onion 1 tablespoon dried thyme 2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 tbsp. ground coriander 1 cup water 1 1/2 cups chopped celery stalks 2 cups shredded carrots 12 cup frozen peas Instructions: Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the beans. Bring to boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by half. Remove the pot from the stove and add the salt and pepper to taste. Serve the soup immediately.