Bacon and Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Bacon and Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small onions, finely chopped; 2 medium carrots, finely chopped; 2 medium celery, stalks finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 bay leaf; 200 g lean trimmed bacon lardons (either with or without a shredded roasted ham hock); 1 (400 g) can chopped tomatoes; 1 (400 g) can cannellini beans or 1 (400 g) can butter beans; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 1 liter chicken stock; ½ cup red lentil; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ground black pepper; freshly chopped parsley, to serve

Servings: persons

2 small onions, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
2 medium celery, stalks finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
200 g lean trimmed bacon lardons (either with or without a shredded roasted ham hock)
1 (400 g) can chopped tomatoes
1 (400 g) can cannellini beans or 1 (400 g) can butter beans
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 liter chicken stock
½ cup red lentil
1 tablespoon olive oil
ground black pepper
freshly chopped parsley, to serve

1
Heat the olive.
2
fry the bacon lardons for 3-4 minutes.
3
add the onions celery and carrots fry until soft.
4
add the garlic.
5
add the chopped tomatoes and bay leaf.
6
add the stock and bring to the boil then reduce the heat.
7
add the lentils (and the ham if using) and tomatoe puree.
8
simmer for 20 minutes.
9
add the beans and simmer for a further 10 minutes.
10
season to tast no salt required.
11
serve with the parsley sprinkled on top.

973

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small onions, finely chopped, 2 medium carrots, finely chopped, 2 medium celery, stalks finely chopped, 1 garlic clove, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Bacon and Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon and Bean Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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