White Bean and Lemon Zest Soup

Ingredients

• • 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) dried white beans
  • 2 slices bacon, 1/4-inch (1/2-cm) thick, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (125 ml) white wine
  • 6 cups (1.5 litres) chicken broth
  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 1 stalk celery, cut into large chunks
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Grated zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper