Creamy Winter Lima Bean And Bacon Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
• STEP 2.Add the onions and garlic to the pot and cook until softened and fragrant.
• STEP 3.Add the lima beans and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the beans are tender.
• STEP 4.Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
• STEP 5.Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 6.Serve the soup hot, garnished with crispy bacon bits and fresh parsley.

Cooking Tips

• For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender to blend the soup in batches.
• To make the soup ahead of time, prepare it up until the blending step. Let it cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop before serving.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat the soup, simply heat it on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through.
• Serve the soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.