Bacon, Cabbage, And White Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Bacon, Cabbage, And White Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 green cabbage, shredded and chopped (about 4-5 cups); 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped; 2 medium onions, chopped; 3 ounces about three strips smoked bacon, diced; 1 (540 ml) can white beans; 4 cups chicken broth; 6 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste, depending on how salty your bacon and broth are); 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar (optional); 1 bay leaf; 2 minced garlic cloves (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 green cabbage, shredded and chopped (about 4-5 cups)
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
3 ounces about three strips smoked bacon, diced
1 (540 ml) can white beans
4 cups chicken broth
6 cups water
1 teaspoon salt (to taste, depending on how salty your bacon and broth are)
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1 bay leaf
2 minced garlic cloves (optional)

1
In a large pot over medium heat, saute your diced bacon for about five minutes until it starts to release its fat. If it's really fatty, drain some, so that you keep about a tbsp of bacon fat in the pot. Add your carrots, onion, and garlic. Cook for about 10 min, until vegetables are soft.
2
Add your chicken broth, water, and all of your spices except for the salt (be cautious with the salt--this soup can easily get too salty). Cover pot with lid. Bring to a boil. Add the beans and the cabbage, and let come to a gentle boil again. At this point, bring it to a gentle simmer on a lower heat and let it simmer away for about 30 minute Stir every once in a while so nothing sticks to the bottom.
3
Taste and adjust seasoning. If you'd like, add the tsp of salt here, if it needs it. If you find you want to bring out the sweetness of the cabbage just a touch because your bacon is too smokey, add the sugar. (I liked the small bit of sugar.).
4
Simmer for another 10 to 15 minutes, adjusting seasonings as needed. Discard your bay leaf and serve. Garnish with a tbsp of freshly grated Parmesan (it adds a really nice nutty depth to the soup.).
5
Stored in an airtight container, soup will keep well in the fridge for about 3-4 days.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 green cabbage, shredded and chopped (about 4-5 cups), 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped, 2 medium onions, chopped, 3 ounces about three strips smoked bacon, diced, and more.

Yes, Bacon, Cabbage, And White 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.

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Bacon, Cabbage, And White Bean Soup

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