Slow Cooker Bean and Bacon Soup Recipe

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Slow Cooker Bean and Bacon Soup is the perfect soup to enjoy on a chilly afternoon. It’s getting colder and the leaves are changing colors. You know what that means— it’s soup season! If you love bean and bacon soup, then you will be excited to try this recipe for making your own homemade version at home. It’s not difficult to make and is perfect for a chilly autumn evening.

This is one of those soups that will definitely warm you up from the inside out. This hearty soup is perfect for dinner on a chilly night or as an appetizer when guests come over. The combination of beans, bacon, and onion with a few special ingredients creates an amazing taste that everyone who tries it loves. Since it’s made in the slow cooker, it can just be simmering away as you go about your day. Try these other warm-you-up delicious soups Easy Instant Pot Ham and Potato Soup, Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Soup Quick and Easy or Instant Pot Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup.

Why You Will Love This Slow Cooker Bean and Bacon Soup

• Crockpot easy
• Simple ingredients
• Budget friendly
• Hearty soup that be a great simple meal on it’s own
• And, of course, the amazing flavor

Equipment and Tools for Soup Making

• Slow Cooker – This 8 quart Slow Cooker is a perfect size since you will be able to cook large quantities in it.
• Cutting Board – I love these flexible color-coded cutting mats. Diswasher-safe, store easily and they are color-coded to different foods.
• Chopping Knife – A good sharp chopping knife is a necessity when cutting vegetables for soup.

Ingredients for Easy Bean and Bacon Soup

• bacon – fried crispy and cut into pieces
• olive oil
• onions – a sweet onion works best
• celery
• carrots
• chicken broth – can use chicken stock
• Worcestershire sauce
• garlic powder
• thyme
• cumin
• salt
• black pepper
• great northern beans – or another bean if you prefer, such as cannellini or pinto

Variations

There are so many variations that you can make with this creamy bean and bacon soup recipe.

• Tryout different beans or even combine several, like: black beans, navy beans, pinto beans or cannellini beans. You can also substitute canned beans if you like.
• Add in some diced tomatoes.
• Kick it up with a little heat by adding in some hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
• Some diced potatoes added in will give this hearty bean and bacon soup even more body.

What to Serve With Hearty Slow Cooker Bean and Bacon Soup

There are so many things that you can serve with bean and bacon soup. We recommend serving it with a chopped salad and some crusty, warm French bread. A broccoli salad is a great healthy addition to this warm, rich soup. You can also serve this bean and bacon soup with a side of vegetables, rice or creamy garlic noodles.

How to Make Bean and Bacon Soup in Your Slow Cooker

1. Saute bacon on your stovetop until crispy. Set aside.
2. Add olive oil, onions, celery and carrots to slow cooker.
3. Add the bacon, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, cumin, salt, pepper and beans.
4. Pour in chicken broth.
5. Put lid on slow cooker and cook on high for 5-6 hours, until the beans and vegetables are tender.
6. Garnish bowls of soup with your choice of toppings. Suggestions: cheese, greens, green onions, sour cream, avocado, more bacon.

How to Store, Freeze and Reheat

This is one of those soups you’ll want to make extras to have later. Or, to make in large quantities to have for last minute company. This bean and bacon soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cover it well with plastic wrap or use a storage container with a lid. It can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months. When you decide to serve it, remove from freezer and allow to thaw in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Slow Cooker Bean and Bacon Soup Recipe