White Bean and Bacon Soup - Comforting & Easy
A comforting white bean and bacon soup recipe that's simple, gluten-free, and perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in under 30 minutes with pantry staples!
Ingredients
- 3 strips bacon diced
- 1 tablespoon butter optional
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 14 oz can pureed tomatoes
- 2 15 oz cans of white beans (garbanzo and cannellini)
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and cook diced bacon until crispy. Set aside.
- Add the diced onion to the bacon fat and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add butter if needed.
- Stir in the pureed tomatoes, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken broth, stirring well.
- Add the drained white beans and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the crispy bacon and serve hot.
Notes
For a creamier texture, blend half the soup with an immersion blender before serving.
Add greens like kale or spinach for extra nutrients.
Add greens like kale or spinach for extra nutrients.
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