Creamy Bacon and Navy Bean Soup

Prep Time
minutes

Cook Time
minutes

Total Time
minutes

Serving
size
Recipe by Michelle of The Village Cook.
Ingredients
- 1 stalk celery, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 6 slices thick cut bacon, cooked crisp and sliced
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- Parsley for garnish
Preparation
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the celery, onion, carrot and bacon in the butter.
- Add the flour to form a roux with the vegetables.
- Stir in the chicken broth, garlic, milk, cheese and beans.
- Continue to cook until soup is thickened.
- Add salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley and shredded cheese.
- Serve with crusty bread, and a salad for a complete meal.