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Cozy Bean with Bacon Soup Recipe

Cozy Bean with Bacon Soup Recipe
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5.2 from 19 reviews

Cozy Bean with Bacon Soup is a hearty and comforting dish featuring tender Great Northern beans simmered with smoky thick-cut bacon, aromatic vegetables, and herbs. This flavorful soup combines simple ingredients to create a satisfying meal perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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Beans and Bacon

  • 1 cup Great Northern beans (dried)
  • 6 oz thick-cut bacon

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beans: Rinse the Great Northern beans under cold water. For best results, soak them overnight to reduce cooking time and improve texture.
  2. Cook the Bacon: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the thick-cut bacon until it’s crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the flavorful drippings in the pot.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the bacon drippings in the pot. Sauté for about five minutes until the vegetables soften. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Return the crispy bacon to the pot and add the soaked beans, low-sodium chicken broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all flavors.
  5. Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Let it simmer gently for about one hour or until the beans are tender and the soup is flavorful.
  6. Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your cozy and comforting bean with bacon soup!

Notes

  • Soaking beans overnight helps reduce cooking time and improves digestibility.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt level in the soup.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and substitute with smoked paprika or liquid smoke for smoky flavor.
  • Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: bean soup, bacon soup, Great Northern beans, cozy soup, hearty soup, easy dinner

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