How to Make a Cozy Navy Bean & Bacon Soup

One of my favorite things to do at home is to cook homemade meals. I really enjoy making a large pot of soup! Especially in the fall and winter season. For me making a pot of soup is so relaxing after a long busy day. Some how cooking just gives me a peaceful calm feeling. There’s nothing better than a cozy soup simmering on the stove. It’s really so simple to make a navy bean & bacon soup, and incredibly delicious. Filled with flavor from fresh veggies, smoky bacon, and savory herbs too.

If you’re looking for an easy one-pot soup to enjoy on chilly nights, this navy bean soup recipe is the ultimate. It’s also a great way to fill your home with that slow-cooked, homemade smell that everyone will love.

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Why You’ll Love This Navy Bean Soup:

• One pot = easy clean-up
• Cozy, comforting flavors
• Perfect for chilly fall evenings
• Budget friendly and nourishing
• Freezer friendly for make ahead meals

How to Make a Cozy Navy Bean & Bacon Soup

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 1 lb dried navy beans, soaked overnight
• ½ yellow onion, diced
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
• 7 cups water
• 1 tablespoon “Better Than Bouillon” vegetable base
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt & pepper to taste
• A dash of thyme and rosemary
• Optional: sour cream for topping
• Warm sourdough bread for serving

Instructions:

1. Soak the Beans:
   Rinse and soak dried navy beans in water overnight, or use a quick soak method if short on time.
2. Sauté the Veggies:
   In a large Dutch oven (I love my 4.5 qt Le Creuset! Find it linked in my Amazon storefront), heat a little olive oil and sauté the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic until soft and fragrant.
3. Add the Bacon & Beans:
   Stir in cooked bacon and drained navy beans. Add 7 cups of water, bay leaves, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
4. Simmer Low & Slow:
   Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer covered for about 1 hour, or until beans are soft and the broth is rich and flavorful.
5. Serve & Enjoy:
   Spoon into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream. Serve with warm sourdough bread on the side. Cozy fall perfection!

Tips & Serving Ideas:

• Swap bacon for diced ham or turkey sausage for a different twist.
• Add a Parmesan rind while simmering for extra depth of flavor.
• This soup stores well in the fridge for 3–4 days and freezes beautifully.

Monica Leake

How to Make a Cozy Navy Bean & Bacon Soup

A cozy soup perfect for a chili fall night. Nourishing and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 8 hours hrs

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 9 hours hrs

Servings: 8

Course: Dinner, Fall, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb dried navy beans soaked overnight
• ½ cup yellow onion diced
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 cup cooked bacon chopped
• 7 cups water
• 1 tablespoon “Better Than Bouillon” vegetable base
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt & pepper to taste
• A dash of thyme and rosemary
• Optional: sour cream for topping
• Warm sourdough bread for serving

Equipment

• 1 Large Dutch Oven or Pot
• 1 large spoon
• 1 cutting board

Method

 

1. Soak the Beans
2. Rinse and soak dried navy beans in water overnight, or use a quick soak method if short on time.
3. Sauté the Veggies:
4. In a large Dutch oven (I love my 4.5 qt Le Creuset! Find it linked in my Amazon storefront), heat a little olive oil and sauté the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic until soft and fragrant.
5. Add the Bacon & Beans:
6. Stir in cooked bacon and drained navy beans. Add 7 cups of water, bay leaves, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
7. Simmer Low & Slow:
8. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer covered for about 1 hour, or until beans are soft and the broth is rich and flavorful.
9. Serve & Enjoy:
10. Spoon into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream. Serve with warm sourdough bread on the side. Cozy fall perfection!

Thanks for reading, How to Make a Cozy Navy Bean & Bacon Soup. You will also love my recipe for a quick and easy lasagna here.

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