Blt & P (Bacon, Leek, Tomato And Potato) Soup

Name: Blt & P (Bacon, Leek, Tomato And Potato) Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (EVOO); 6 slices bacon (good-quality,lean and smoky chopped into 1/2 inch pieces); 3 small celery ribs, finely chopped (from the heart of the stalk); 2 small carrots or 2 medium carrots; 3 leeks, trimmed of rough tops and roots; 1 bay leaf; salt and pepper; 3 medium potatoes, starchy such as Idaho, peeled; 2 quarts chicken stock; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, petite preferred drained; fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped; crusty bread, for dunking and mopping

Servings: persons

extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (EVOO)
6 slices bacon (good-quality,lean and smoky chopped into 1/2 inch pieces)
3 small celery ribs, finely chopped (from the heart of the stalk)
2 small carrots or 2 medium carrots
3 leeks, trimmed of rough tops and roots
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper
3 medium potatoes, starchy such as Idaho, peeled
2 quarts chicken stock
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, petite preferred drained
fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
crusty bread, for dunking and mopping

1
Heat a medium soup pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add a small amount of EVOO and the bacon.
3
Cook the bacon until brown and crisp.
4
Remove the bacon to drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
5
Drain all but 2 tablespoons of remaining fat from pot then add the chopped celery.
6
Take peeled carrots and lay flat on cutting board.
7
Holding each carrot at root end, use the vegetable peeler to make long, thin strips of carrot.
8
Chop the thin slices into small carrot bits (or chips), approximately 1/2 inch wide.
9
Add the chips to celery and continue to stir.
10
Cut leeks lengthwise and then into 1/2 inch half moons.
11
Place dirty slices into colander and run under rushing cold water, separating all the layers so you can wash away all the trapped dirt.
12
When the leeks are separated and clean, shake off water and add to celery and carrots.
13
Stir these veggies together, adding a bay leaf and seasoning with salt and pepper.
14
While the leeks cook (until they wilt 3-4 minutes), slice the potatoes.
15
Cut each potato into thirds across.
16
Stand each potato third upright and slice it thinly(The pieces will look like raw potato chips).
17
Now adding stock to vegetables, bring to a boil.
18
Reduce heat then add potatoes and tomatoes.
19
Cook 8-10 minutes until potatoes are tender and starting to break up a bit.
20
Add bacon and parsley, stirring.
21
Adjust seasonings to taste (don't forget to remove bay leaf).
22
Serve immediately.
23
Enjoy!;).

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (EVOO), 6 slices bacon (good-quality,lean and smoky chopped into 1/2 inch pieces), 3 small celery ribs, finely chopped (from the heart of the stalk), 2 small carrots or 2 medium carrots, and more.

Yes, Blt & P (Bacon, Leek, Tomato And Potato) Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!