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White Bean Soup: A Cozy Recipe with Turkey Bacon & Chicken Ham

White Bean Soup

A hearty and comforting white bean soup featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham, perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried white beans
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and soak the white beans overnight.
  2. In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crisp, then remove and chop.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until tender.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Stir in the soaked beans, chicken broth, bay leaf, and thyme.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the chopped bacon. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, use an immersion blender to puree some of the beans.
  • This soup pairs well with crusty bread.

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Keywords: White Bean Soup, turkey bacon, chicken ham, cozy recipes, comfort food