Northern Beans with Bacon
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried northern beans, soaked overnight
- 8 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
- Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Drain and rinse the soaked northern beans, then add them to the pot along with chicken broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
- Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in the cooked bacon.
- Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the northern beans hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
You can add a touch of acidity with a splash of apple cider vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for extra flavor.
