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    Home » Recipes » Soup » Potato Bacon Soup with Beans

    Potato Bacon Soup with Beans

    Published: Feb 19, 2021 · Modified: Apr 7, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    Hearty Potato Bacon Soup with Beans is topped with cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Homemade bacon and bean soup is so much better than canned.

    a close up view of a bowl of potato bacon with bean soup

    My husband loves bacon and bean soup combined with creamy potato soup. We usually make it with canned soups but decided to try a homemade version. This potato bacon soup with beans is now our favorite way to make it!

    butter and grease in a pot

    Start by cooking 8 slices of bacon and reserve two tablespoons of the bacon grease. You can find our favorite method for cooking bacon here: How To Cook Bacon In The Oven. Crumble the bacon and divide it into two equal portions and set them aside. Put the bacon grease and butter in a large pot over medium heat.

    Can I use pre-cooked bacon in this soup?

    Yes, just heat it in the microwave until it is cooked to your preference. You won’t be able to save the bacon grease though so you will want to substitute an additional 2 tablespoons of butter to use in its place.

    carrots, onion flakes, and grease in a pot

    Next, add the diced carrots and minced onions to the grease.

    stirring the carrots and onions in the grease and butter

    Then sauté the onions and carrots for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until softened.

    flour, pepper, onion and carrots in a large cooking pot

    After that, add the flour, salt and black pepper.

    a wooden spoon and soup ingredients in a pot

    Cook while stirring for 2 minutes. The ingredients will clump together.

    milk, water and soup ingredients in a cooking pot

    Now pour in the water and whole milk. Cook and stir until the flour is dissolved.

    bacon, milk, potatoes in a pot

    Add the diced potatoes and half of the crumbled bacon you prepared (reserve the remaining bacon for garnish.) Bring the soup to a boil, stirring occasionally. Then, reduce heat to low and simmer for 12 minutes or until the potatoes are soft. Stir from time to time.

    Would it work to add more veggies to this soup?

    When making this potato bacon soup with beans we were going for a copycat of the canned soup so we kept it pretty basic. But the great thing about soups is that they are very adaptable. You can definitely add more veggies! Try adding corn, broccoli, and cauliflower.

    beans and tomato paste in a soup pot with other ingredients such as potatoes, carrots and bacon

    Stir in the tomato paste and white beans. The tomato paste adds flavor and gives the soup that classic “bean with bacon” soup color.

    potato bacon and bean soup in a cooking pot

    Cook for 5-7 minutes, until heated through. Stirring periodically. Then, remove from heat.

    a ladle with soup in it

    Top the bowls of creamy potato bacon soup with shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits. The crispy crumbled bacon contrasts just right with the texture of the beans and potatoes.

    Which other toppings would work?

    The sky is the limit when it comes to soup toppings! We love saltines or you can make homemade crackers with this recipe. Other toppings include croutons, sliced green onions, sour cream, and french fried onions.

    a topdown view of a bowl of soup

    What goes with potato bacon soup with beans?

    If you want to serve potato bacon soup with beans as the main dish, you can prepare a veggie tray as the appetizer. For side dishes, try a salad and dinner rolls, breadsticks, or cornbread. And for dessert serve chocolate covered strawberries like the soup restaurant we love or check out any of the dessert recipes on our website.

    a bowl with potato bacon and bean soup in it

    Looking for more soup recipes? Try these next:

    And Bacon Cheeseburger Soup is really easy to make and is perfect for those cold winter evenings!

    Don’t miss this Italian Sausage Soup recipe for a creamy, comforting soup with noodles that is full of flavor and perfect for a family dinner this time of year.

    Another great one to try is this Slow Cooker Ham and Cheese Soup Put it in the crockpot in the morning on a busy weekday for an easy dinner.

    This Slow Cooker Taco Soup recipe is so easy to make and so flavorful. Just brown the meat, put everything in the crockpot to cook, and then just stir! Serve with corn chips. Serve for a family dinner or at potlucks and parties.

    a ladle with soup in it

    Potato Bacon Soup with Beans

    Hearty Potato Bacon Soup with Beans is topped with cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Homemade bacon and bean soup is so much better than canned.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 cups
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    Equipment

    Calphalon Stock Pot
    Epicurean Saute Tool
    Stainless Soup Ladle
    Dowan Serving Bowls

    Ingredients

    • 8 slices bacon
    • 2 tablespoon bacon grease
    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • 2 tablespoon diced carrots
    • 2 tablespoon minced onions
    • 4 tablespoon flour
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
    • 2 cups water
    • 2 cups whole milk
    • 2 cups diced potatoes
    • 15.5 oz can white beans rinsed and drained
    • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
    • ⅓ cup shredded cheddar cheese for garnish

    Instructions

    • Cook and crumble the bacon, reserving two tablespoons of bacon grease.
    • Heat the bacon grease and butter in a large pot over medium temperature. Add the diced carrots and onions. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
    • Stir in the flour, salt, and black pepper. Cook while stirring for 2 minutes. The mixture will clump together.
    • Pour in the water and whole milk. Stir until the flour is dissolved.
    • Add the diced potatoes and half of the crumbled bacon (reserve the remaining bacon for garnish). Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
    • Add the white beans and tomato paste. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until heated through, stirring periodically.
    • Top bowls of soup with shredded cheddar cheese and reserved crumbled bacon.

    Video

    Notes

    Toppings:

    The sky is the limit when it comes to soup toppings! We love saltines, or you can make homemade crackers with this recipe. Other toppings include croutons, sliced green onions, sour cream, and French fried onions.
     

    What to serve with bacon potato soup?

    If you want to serve potato bacon soup with beans as the main dish, you can prepare a veggie tray as the appetizer. For side dishes, try a salad and dinner rolls, breadsticks, or cornbread. And for dessert, serve chocolate-covered strawberries like the soup restaurant we love, or check out any of the dessert recipes on our website.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 426kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 747mg | Potassium: 834mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1241IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 3mg
    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson
    https://www.thegunnysack.com/bacon-cheeseburger-soup-recipe/

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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    1. Lazy K Ranch says

      February 22, 2022 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      Super easy to make, quick and delicious.

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