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White Bean Soup with Bacon: A Cozy Comfort Dish!

White Bean Soup with Bacon
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A hearty and comforting white bean soup with crispy bacon, perfect for chilly days.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried white beans
  • 4 slices of bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Soak the white beans overnight in water.
  2. In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened.
  4. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Add the soaked beans, broth, thyme, bay leaf, and the reserved bacon to the pot.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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