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Creamy White Bean & Bacon Spinach Soup

This creamy white bean & bacon spinach soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Easy to make and packed with flavor, it will quickly become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 slices crispy bacon the star of the show!
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed for that creamy goodness
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • splash heavy cream (optional) highly recommended for creaminess

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until it’s crispy. Set it aside on a paper towel to drain, keeping the fat in the pot for flavor.
  2. Add the chopped onion and diced carrots to the pot with the bacon grease. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, and add the rinsed cannellini beans and dried thyme. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt down, which should take just a couple of minutes.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until creamy or leave it a bit chunky if you prefer.
  6. Crumble the crispy bacon back into the pot and stir in a splash of heavy cream. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy every spoonful.

Notes

For bacon substitutions, turkey bacon can be used. Don’t skip the cream for a richer texture and consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.