CHICKEN, BACON AND WHITE BEAN SOUP PORTUGUESE STYLE
One of Emeril Lagasse's favorites. This is a soup his mom would always cook. He describes it as a stick-to-your-ribs soup. Enjoy! *Note: the dried beans need to soak for at least 8 hours. You could do that overnight* (For a quick soak, bring the beans and water to a boil over high heat and cook for 2 minutes at the boil, then remove from the heat and allow to stand for 1 hour. Drain.) Prep time does not include soaking the beans.
Provided by LifeIsGood
Categories Chicken
Time 2h30m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the beans into a large pot.
- Add water to cover by 2 inches and soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Then drain.
- Fry the bacon in a heavy stockpot over medium-high heat until crisp, about 7 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to lift onto paper towels to drain.
- Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the pot.
- Add the onions and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes.
- Add the shallots, garlic, bay leaves, salt and cayenne.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots soften, about 1 minute.
- Add the beans to the pot with the stock, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Stir in the chicken and the reserved bacon and heat through.
- Remove and discard bay leaves.
- Ladle into warm bowls and sprinkle with the grated cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.9, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 58.4, Sodium 918.1, Carbohydrate 47.6, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 33.9
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Sahir Prince
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I'll definitely be making it again.
Kanin
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
Zahoor Creation (All Vedio)
[email protected]This soup is so good! It's the perfect comfort food.
Srijon corraya
[email protected]This soup is the best! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Pro Me
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Bernard Agyekum
[email protected]This soup is a must-try. It's so flavorful and comforting.
Wolverine Diwash
[email protected]This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex.
LABIB SANY
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use frozen chicken and beans.
Bailey Watson
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of white beans, but I loved this soup. The chicken and bacon were cooked perfectly and the broth was very flavorful.
Ribaal Ahmed Khan
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's so hearty and flavorful, and it warms you up on a cold day.
SAKSHYAMJUNGPANDEY
[email protected]Loved this soup! It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Evian Alcequiez
[email protected]This soup is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the chicken is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Tanzila Tabassum
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the combination of chicken, bacon, and white beans, but I was pleasantly surprised. The soup was very flavorful and hearty.
Okugba Ajiri Emmanuel
[email protected]This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use frozen chicken and beans. It's a great recipe for a busy weeknight.
Yaseen Yousafzai
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again.
Habib Ahasan
[email protected]This soup is so hearty and flavorful. I love the combination of chicken, bacon, and white beans. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.
Rizaldy Condes
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. My friends and family love it too.
Nkem chika Loveth
[email protected]This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors of the chicken, bacon, and white beans came together perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the kale, which added a nice touch of bitterness.