How to Make White Bean and Canadian Bacon Soup with Pesto - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things more satisfying on a cold winter day than a piping hot bowl of soup. And if you're looking for a hearty and flavorful option, then look no further than our White Bean and Canadian Bacon Soup with Pesto recipe. This dish combines the rich and creamy texture of white beans with the savory and smoky flavor of Canadian bacon, all topped off with a dollop of homemade pesto for an added burst of freshness.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups chopped yellow onion
  • ½ cup chopped carrot
  • ¼ cup chopped celery
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 3 cups cooked white beans
  • 1 (6 ounce) package Canadian-style bacon, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
  • ¼ cup pesto

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion, carrot, and celery in the hot oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic and thyme and cook for 1 minute. Add broth, white beans, and bacon. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Serve topped with pesto.
  • Nutrition

    295 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 669mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 202mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 803mg