To make this recipe vegetarian, omit the bacon and add a splash of oil.
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings
Step 1
If using dried beans, place in a large pot and add water to cover by 2". Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally and adding more water as needed, until beans are tender, 1 1/2-2 hours; season with salt. Let cool; drain.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add bacon and cook, stirring often, until brown and crisp, 8-10 minutes. Add onion, and garlic and cook, stirring often, until soft, 5-8 minutes. Add celery and corn and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 4 minutes.
Step 3
Add cream and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add beans and cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Top with thyme.
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Reviews (2)
Back to TopThis is one of my favorite recipes-- I've made it many times over the past year!
andrealc23
San Francisco
7/4/2014
Made this as written, with the canned butter beans. Fabulous.
Anonymous
Twin Lakes, OH
9/15/2013