Leek and Lima Bean Soup

Cashmere & Cocktails

This Leek and Lima Bean Soup offers just the right amount of comfort you need on cold chilly days. It's hearty, flavorful and packed with nutrients!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Dinner, Lunch, Soup

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 73 kcal

Equipment

Blender

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 stalks leeks sliced
3 sprigs thyme leaves picked
6 cups vegetable broth
1 cup lima beans frozen
1 teaspoon grainy mustard
salt and pepper to taste
2 slices bacon diced

Instructions

Heat olive oil in large saucepan over low heat. Add leeks and thyme and cook covered for 10 minutes or until softened. If leeks begin to stick, add splash of water.
Place the diced bacon in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook until crispy. Set aside.
Once leeks have softened, add lima beans, vegetable broth and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
With a blender or emulsifier, blend the soup.
Garnish with bacon bits and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 951mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 536IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

Keyword 30 minute meals, healthy recipes, Meals under 30 minutes, soup recipe

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