White-Bean Soup Shooters with Bacon Recipe

Name: White-Bean Soup Shooters with Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 strip bacon, diced; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 shallots, chopped; 2 15 -ounce cans cannellini or other white beans, drained and rinsed; 6 leaves fresh sage, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Kosher salt; 3 slices crusty bread, toasted; 2 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 strip bacon, diced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 shallots, chopped
2 15 -ounce cans cannellini or other white beans, drained and rinsed
6 leaves fresh sage, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
3 slices crusty bread, toasted
2 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Fry the bacon in a medium saucepan over medium heat until halfway done, 3 minutes.
2
Add the olive oil, butter and shallots and saute until soft, 6 minutes.
3
Add the beans, sage, garlic and broth, bring to a simmer and cook 15 more minutes.
4
Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor in three batches and puree until smooth.
5
(Be careful-hot liquids are prone to explode when whipped!)
6
Return the pureed soup to the pan and add the cream, cayenne, and salt to taste.
7
Keep warm.
8
Smear the toasted bread generously with goat cheese and cut into 3/4-inch croutons.
9
To serve, ladle the soup into shot glasses, top with goat cheese croutons and sprinkle with black pepper.
10
Photograph by Jim Franco

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1/2 strip bacon, diced, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 2 shallots, chopped, and more.

Yes, White-Bean Soup Shooters 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.

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White-Bean Soup Shooters with Bacon

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