Description
A heartwarming and delicious soup that combines the rich flavors of beans and bacon, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 2 cans of white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chicken broth, white beans, diced tomatoes, and thyme to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
- Feel free to add vegetables like carrots or celery for extra flavor.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Bean and Bacon Soup, heartwarming soup, family recipe