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Irresistible Bacon & White Bean Soup

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A hearty and comforting soup featuring smoky bacon, creamy white beans, and aromatic herbs, perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Crusty bread for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy, stirring occasionally. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add olive oil to the pot, followed by the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, then add the bay leaf and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the rinsed white beans and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir the crispy bacon back into the soup and remove the bay leaf. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, skip the bacon and use vegetable broth. Add smoked paprika for a touch of smokiness. Adjust the soup’s consistency by adding extra broth or water if needed.

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Keywords: bacon soup, white bean soup, comfort food, easy dinner, hearty soup

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