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A bowl of creamy white bean soup topped with crispy bacon pieces, garnished with fresh herbs. The soup has a smooth, velvety texture and a warm, inviting color. Surrounding the bowl are slices of toasted bread on a rustic wooden table, with some ingredients like beans and bacon strips slightly blurred in the background, emphasizing the hearty and comforting nature of the dish.

White Bean Soup with Bacon – An Organized Chaos

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Description

Enjoy a comforting bowl of White Bean Soup with Bacon – a hearty, creamy, and savory soup perfect for chilly days. Combining tender white beans with smoky bacon, herbs, and a rich broth, this homemade soup offers a satisfying and delicious meal for the whole family. Easy to prepare on stovetop or in a slow cooker, it’s the ultimate comfort food to warm you up.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried white beans (or 3 cans of white beans, drained and rinsed)
  • 6 slices smoked bacon, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or bacon drippings
  • Optional toppings: chopped parsley, shredded cheese, croutons

Instructions

  1. Soak dried white beans overnight, then rinse well. Alternatively, use canned beans, drained and rinsed.
  2. Cook chopped bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy; remove and set aside. Leave rendered fat in the pot.
  3. Add olive oil or bacon drippings if needed, sauté diced onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in white beans, cooked bacon, thyme, and bay leaf. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Simmer for about 45 minutes if using dried beans or 15 minutes for canned; season with salt and pepper.
  6. Puree part of the soup with an immersion blender for creaminess or leave chunky for texture.
  7. Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve hot topped with crispy bacon and optional garnishes.

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup; for more hearty bites, leave it chunky.
  • You can add additional herbs or seasonings to enhance flavor.
  • Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat gently on the stove or microwave until steaming hot.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 280 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 950 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg

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