Description
A comforting and hearty White Bean and Bacon Soup that combines the rich flavors of bacon with nutritious white beans and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the white beans, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, carrots, and celery. Season with salt and pepper.
- Let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- If using, stir in the chopped kale or spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.
- Return the crispy bacon to the pot and stir to combine. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier soup, blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender and then mix it back in.
- Add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar before serving for a bright flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg