White Bean Soup For One
A comforting one-pot white bean soup made just for one! This flavorful and hearty dish is budget-friendly, healthy, and comes together in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup—perfect for a quick and satisfying single serving meal.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 slice bacon -cut into ¼-inch strips
- 1 teaspoon olive oil - Optional -to be used only if the bacon drippings aren’t sufficient for sautéing the onions and garlic.
- ¼ cup chopped onions
- 1 clove garlic -minced
- ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 (15.5-ounce can) white beans (cannellini beans) -rinsed and drained
- ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- In a 2-quart saucepan, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until browned and crisp. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and place it on a plate; set aside for garnishing.
- Check the bacon drippings in the pot. If there's not enough, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onions and sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the minced garlic, dried rosemary, and black pepper, and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the drained white beans and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Using the back of a spoon, gently smash some of the beans against the side of the pot to thicken the soup slightly. Ladle the soup into a bowl and top with the reserved crispy bacon. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Read Before Cooking: Take a moment to read through the entire recipe, including the Ingredient Notes section, and look at the process photos. This will help you understand each step, ensuring your white bean soup turns out perfectly.
- Season After Cooking: Always taste the soup after it's fully cooked. Depending on your broth, you may need to add extra salt or adjust other seasonings.
- Customize with Veggies: Got leftover vegetables? Add chopped zucchini, carrots, or celery to the pot for added flavor and texture.
- Bacon or Ham: If you don’t have bacon, diced ham is a great substitute. Sauté it with the onions and garlic to build a rich base of flavor.
- Adjust the Thickness: If your soup feels too thick, add a splash of broth or water until you reach the consistency you like.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg
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