

German Green Bean Soup
Warm, hearty, and full of delicious flavors, this German Green Bean Soup combines tender green beans, potatoes, and crispy bacon for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Method
Cooking
- In a large pot, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until it's crispy. Remove half of the bacon and set it aside for garnish.
- Add the diced onion to the pot with the remaining bacon and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, then add the cubed potatoes, green beans, bay leaf, and marjoram. Stir to combine, then bring the soup to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes and green beans are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf from the pot, then taste and season the soup with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the reserved crispy bacon bits and fresh parsley. Enjoy hot!
Nutrition
Notes
Adjust the soup's consistency by mashing some of the potatoes for a thicker broth. Use fresh herbs when available for better flavor. Don't skip the crispy bacon and fresh parsley garnish for added texture.