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White Bean Soup Bacon

Creamy White Bean Soup with Bacon for Ultimate Comfort

This White Bean Soup Bacon is warm, comforting, and filled with rich flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for Soup
  • 1 cup Dried Great Northern Beans Rinse well before cooking.
  • 6 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.
  • 4 ounces Bacon Can use turkey bacon or omit for vegetarian option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Can use fresh if available.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Can use fresh if available.
  • 2 pieces Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with other cooking oil.
  • for garnish Fresh Parsley Chives can be used as a substitute.
  • for serving Lemon Wedges Optional, for brightness.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and soak 1 cup of dried Great Northern beans in cold water overnight or for at least 6 hours, then drain.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 4 ounces of diced bacon and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add 1 diced yellow onion, 2 chopped carrots, and 2 stalks of chopped celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5–6 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1 teaspoon dried rosemary. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the soaked beans and 6 cups of low sodium chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  6. Add 2 bay leaves, salt, and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. Check beans for tenderness at 1.5 hours. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Remove bay leaves, ladle soup into bowls, and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, blend a portion of the soup or mash beans for a creamier texture before serving.

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