White Bean & Bacon Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb Field Bacon , cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 (14 oz) cans white beans, cannellini or great northern, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• parmesan rind (optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

Directions

1. Cook the bacon in a medium-sized pot set over medium heat until it begins to crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Remove bacon fat from the pot.
2. Add chicken stock, bacon, beans, garlic, salt, pepper and parmesan rind (if using) to the pot and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes. If not using a parmesan rind, you may want to add a bit more salt to taste.
3. Top with additional bacon crumbles if desired. Enjoy!