BEAN & BACON SOUP RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by Foodiewife
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- NOTE: Unless you are using the "quick soak" method, the beans should be rinsed and soaked for at least 8 hours or overnight. To "quick soak" beans, boil the beans in 9 cups of the water and then let sit for one hour. Drain and set aside. Or, if using a pressure cooker, cook for 3 minutes in salted water, and allow a natural release. Drain and rinse. Cook the bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon, reserving 2 to 3 tablespoons of bacon fat. If using a pressure cooker, follow the same step. I use the brown cycle on my electric pressure cooker. Add the onions, carrots, garlic, and celery to the reserved grease and saute until soft, do not drain. Add the thyme. Add the tomato paste; cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, ground cloves, and bay leaf. If using a dutch oven, simmer all the ingredients for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. If using a pressure cooker, lock the lid on and pressure cook on high for 25 minutes. Remove bay leave, and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt, to your own taste, sprinkle bacon in each bowl just before serving to preserve its crispness. Enjoy. Freezes well.
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Ziyanda Ntusi Ntusi
[email protected]I love this soup!
Mr Clash
[email protected]This soup is easy to make and tastes great.
Steven Woodward
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of bean soup, but this one is really good!
Eli Haas
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.
technical studio
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor from the bacon in this soup.
Sherpur Multemedia
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Malik Yonis
[email protected]This soup is easy to make and tastes great. I used canned beans and frozen vegetables, and it still turned out delicious.
Ashley Morton
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of bean soup, but this one is really good! The bacon and vegetables give it a lot of flavor.
mimo world
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so hearty and filling. I love the creamy texture from the beans.
Tisa Chobola
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. I used a ham bone instead of bacon, and it turned out just as delicious.
Pronob Chakravarty
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the smoky flavor from the bacon.
carla allen
[email protected]This is the best bean and bacon soup I've ever had! The flavors are perfect, and it's so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.
Shreedhar Acharya
[email protected]This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I used smoked bacon, which gave it a really nice flavor. I also added a bay leaf and some thyme for extra flavor.
Karine Bastos
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a bit of chopped onion and garlic for extra flavor.
Nnamdi Nwokeke
[email protected]This soup is so good! I used canned beans to save time, and it still turned out great. I served it with a side of crusty bread for dipping.
Mawesi Monokoa
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. I like to add a bit of chopped spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
Hdhdbd Hshduhdh
[email protected]This soup is hearty and delicious, with a smoky flavor from the bacon and a creamy texture from the beans. I added a bit of extra spice with some cayenne pepper, and it was perfect for a cold winter day.