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Bean with Bacon Soup

Bean with bacon soup is a warm and hearty dish that brings comfort to chilly evenings. With tender beans simmered alongside crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this recipe evokes nostalgia and warmth in every spoonful. In just over an hour, you can create a delicious meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cans 15 oz each navy or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup celery chopped
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon but leave the fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery in the bacon fat for about five minutes until softened.
  3. Add the drained beans and chicken broth to the pot; stir to combine.
  4. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low.
  5. Let it cook gently for about 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Stir in reserved bacon bits before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup (240g)Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 9gSugar: 2g

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