Mixed Bean and Apple Soup

Description
Serves 4

Ingredients

 * 8 rashers rindless Streaky Bacon
 * 1 tbsp Olive Oil
 * 1 large onion, chopped
 * 2 cloves garlic, crushed
 * 4 Coxes apples, cored and sliced
 * 1- 420g can each butter, kidney and Cannellini Beans, rinsed and drained
 * 570 ml (1pt) stock
 * 280 ml (½) dry cider
 * salt and pepper
 * a handful of oregano or marjoram sprigs, to garnish

Directions

 * 1) Put the unchopped bacon in a large pan and cook over a medium heat for five minutes until crispy.
 * 2) Add the oil, onion and garlic and cook gently for another five minutes, stirring occasionally.
 * 3) Add the remaining ingredients stir well and bring to the boil.
 * 4) Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the apples are tender. Season stir in the oregano or marjoram sprigs and serve with warm, crusty bread.