Bohnensuppe

Name: Bohnensuppe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped; 1 cup yellow onion, diced; 1 cup carrots, sliced; 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed; 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed; 4 cups beef broth; 1 tsp dried summer savory; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A comforting German soup made with fresh green beans, tender potatoes, bacon, and aromatic summer savory.

55 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 cup carrots, sliced
2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
4 cups beef broth
1 tsp dried summer savory
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

In a large soup pot over medium heat, render 6 slices chopped thick-cut bacon until cooked through and crisp, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 145 F.
2

Add 1 cup diced yellow onion and 1 cup sliced carrots to the pot, sauteing in rendered bacon fat for 5 minutes until softened.
3

Pour in 4 cups beef broth and bring the liquid to a boil.
4

Add 2 cups cubed Yukon Gold potatoes, 1 lb trimmed fresh green beans, 1 tsp dried summer savory, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
5

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Questions

How long does Bohnensuppe keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Bohnensuppe?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

Serve it with

Cauliflower with Buttered Breadcrumbs side
German Lentil Salad salad
French Bread and Butter side

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