WHITE BEAN CHOWDER

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We love this soup!!! We had it at one of our favorite restaurants, and I think I cracked their code! Great with cornbread on a cool Autumn evening.

Provided by Amy Frazier

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 can(s) 15.5 oz. each white northern beans
1 c finely chopped (food processor) carrots
4 oz softened cream cheese
1 pt half and half or more as needed for consistency
1 can(s) chicken broth
1/3 c finely chopped onions
1/2 lb bacon, cooked finely chopped, reserve drippings
2 c cheddar cheese, shredded, plus garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Chop carrots finely by hand, or use a food processor for better consistency for quick cooking. Cook bacon, reserve drippings, and chop finely.
  • 2. In a stock pot combine the Northern beans, carrots, cream cheese, chicken broth, half and half, reserved bacon drippings and onions. Bring up to temp. before adding cheddar cheese and bacon.
  • 3. When up to temp. (150') add the cheddar cheese and bacon. When cheese is melted, you are ready to serve! Garnish with cheddar cheese.

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