Ingredients
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- 2 cans (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, set aside, crumble when cooled.
- In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add beans, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Serve hot topped with crumbled bacon and herbs.
Notes
- You can substitute with turkey bacon for a leaner option.
- For vegan version, omit bacon and add smoked paprika for flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Stovetop, blender
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
