Leek And Lima Bean Soup With Bacon Recipe

Name: Leek And Lima Bean Soup With Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 bacon slices; 2 cups chopped leek (about 2 leeks); 4 cups fresh baby lima beans; 4 cups fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth {Check for Gluten}; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions; 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Servings: persons

3 bacon slices
2 cups chopped leek (about 2 leeks)
4 cups fresh baby lima beans
4 cups fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth {Check for Gluten}
1 cup water
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream

1
Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from pan, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in pan. Crumble bacon; set aside. Add leek to drippings in pan; cook 7 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Stir in beans, broth, and 1 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until beans are tender.
2
Place half of bean mixture in a blender. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure lid on blender. Place a clean towel over opening in blender lid (to avoid splatters), and blend until smooth. Pour pureed bean mixture into a large bowl; repeat procedure with remaining bean mixture. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Ladle about 1 cup soup into each of 8 bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon onions, 1 tablespoon sour cream, and about 1 teaspoon bacon.

1179

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 bacon slices, 2 cups chopped leek (about 2 leeks), 4 cups fresh baby lima beans, 4 cups fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth {Check for Gluten}, and more.

Yes, Leek And Lima Bean Soup With Bacon 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.

Leek And Lima Bean Soup With Bacon

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