Creamy Lima Bean Soup with Bacon

1. 1

   In a skillet cook the bacon over moderate heat, turning it, until it is crisp, transfer it to paper towels to drain, and crumble it.

2. 2

   Transfer 1 tablespoon of the fat to a heavy saucepan and in it cook the onion over moderately low heat, stirring, until it is softened.

3. 3

   Add the broth, 1 cup water, and the lima beans, simmer the mixture for 8 minutes, or until the beans are tender, and season it with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   In a food processor puree the soup, return it to the pan, and heat it over moderate heat until it is hot.

5. 5

   Ladle the soup into 2 bowls and sprinkle the scallion green and the bacon over it.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.