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A warm bowl of White Bean and Bacon Soup, topped with crispy bacon bits and a sprig of fresh rosemary for extra flavor and garnish.

White Bean and Bacon Soup

5 from 1 vote
This hearty and creamy white bean soup, infused with smoky bacon, is perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 386
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups 404 g dried cannellini beans soaked overnight and drained
  • 5 strips of bacon cut into small pieces adds smoky flavor
  • 1 medium onion diced for base flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced adds aromatic depth
  • 4 carrots peeled and chopped adds sweetness and texture
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped enhances fragrance
  • 4 cups 946 ml chicken stock for broth base
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste adds richness and color
  • Salt and pepper to taste season to preference

Method
 

  1. Soak the dried beans in water overnight, then drain and set them aside.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon pieces over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on a paper towel.
  3. If there's excess bacon grease, remove all but 3 tablespoons from the pot.
  4. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped carrots to the pot with the bacon grease. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rosemary and cook for 1 more minute.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock and add the drained beans. Stir in the tomato paste and mix until fully incorporated.
  6. Bring the soup to a boil, then cover and let it simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Once the soup has finished cooking, use an immersion blender to pulse the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency. You can blend it completely or leave some whole beans for texture. If desired, remove a few scoops of beans before blending and return them after blending.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve warm, topped with additional bacon pieces for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 336gCalories: 386kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 23gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 411mgPotassium: 1603mgFiber: 12gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 13IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This creamy soup is the perfect combination of rich beans and smoky bacon. Blend to your desired texture for a personalized touch!

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