Smoky White Bean and Tomato Soup

By MJH

Ingredients

• 3 slices smoked bacon, chopped
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon minced oregano
• 1/2 tablespoon minced thyme
• 1 pinch chili flakes
• 1 cup chopped canned tomatoes
• 1 (16 ounce) can BUSH’S® Cannellini Beans, with liquid
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Heat a 2-quart sauce pot over medium, add the raw bacon and cook 4 minutes until the bacon is crispy.

Add the onions and cook 3-4 minutes, until translucent.

Add the garlic, herbs, and chili flakes, cook for 1 minute.

Add the tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.

Add the cannellini beans with their liquid and chicken stock, bring to a simmer.

Let cook for 15 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.