Jersey Bean Crock with Smoked Bacon and Parsley

A hearty and flavorful bean soup with smoked bacon and fresh parsley, perfect as a starter.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

475

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.11

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Dessert•Soup•Appetiser

Cuisine:

Jersey

Main Ingredient:

Pork•Lamb

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1cupDried Haricot Beans(Soaked overnight in cold water and drained)

£0.40

4slicesSmoked Bacon(Diced)

£1.20

1mediumOnion(Diced)

£0.30

1mediumCarrot(Diced)

£0.15

1Celery Stalk(Diced)

£0.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

6cupsChicken Broth(Low sodium preferred)

£1.50

1Bay Leaf

£0.05

0.3cupFresh Parsley(Chopped, for garnish)

£0.35

to tasteSalt

£0.01

to tasteBlack Pepper

£0.02

1tablespoonOlive Oil

£0.15

Total Cost

£4.43

£1.11 per serving

The Method

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy.
2
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4
Add the soaked and drained haricot beans, chicken broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
5
Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (400g)

475 kcal / 1987 kJ

Carbs

54g

21% of RDA

Fat

17g

24% of RDA

Protein

32g

64% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

18 g

60% of RDA

Sugar

7 g

8% of RDA

Sodium

1250 mg

54% of RDA

Saturated Fat

6 g

30% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a creamier soup, you can blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender before serving.

If you don't have smoked bacon, you can use regular bacon, but the smoky flavor adds a lot to the dish.

Soaking the beans overnight is crucial for reducing cooking time and improving their digestibility.

Cooking Equipment

Large Pot

Stove

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

Complete the Meal

Main Course

Slow-Roasted Jersey Lamb Shoulder with Root Vegetables

Tender Jersey lamb shoulder slow-roasted with seasonal root vegetables and fresh herbs

260 minutes

6 servings

Medium

"Pairs perfectly with this starter"

Dessert

Jersey Apple Cake with Lavender-Infused Cream

A light and fragrant apple cake provides a refreshing counterpoint to rich lamb. The lavender in the cream adds a subtle floral note that complements the herbal notes in the main dish, while the sweetness of the apples cleanses the palate without being overly heavy.