Description
White Bean Soup with Bacon is the ultimate comfort food! This rich and velvety soup combines creamy white beans and smoky bacon, creating a warm embrace in every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings or gathering friends, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a delightful crowd-pleaser. With fresh herbs and aromatic vegetables enhancing its flavor, it’s a wholesome meal that you’ll want to enjoy time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 oz thick-cut smoked bacon, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced bacon until crispy. Remove excess fat if desired.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and thyme; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the drained beans and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 24mg