Smoky Navy Bean Soup with Rustic Texture in 60 Mins
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A hearty navy bean soup with a rustic texture, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: EditorVictoria
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
- 2 cups dried navy beans, soaked overnight
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onions
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- Drain and rinse the soaked navy beans.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened.
- Add turkey bacon and cook until slightly crispy.
- Stir in navy beans, vegetable broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- Soaking beans overnight reduces cooking time.
- For a creamier texture, mash some beans before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg