Chestnut and Bacon Soup (Oamc) Recipe

Name: Chestnut and Bacon Soup (Oamc)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sunflower oil; 1 onion, peeled and chopped; 4 -6 slices smoked streaky bacon, chopped; 1 stick celery, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 7 ounces vacuum-packed chestnuts; 2 vegetable stock cubes; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped; salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 slices streaky bacon; 3 sprigs thyme

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 onion, peeled and chopped
4 -6 slices smoked streaky bacon, chopped
1 stick celery, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
7 ounces vacuum-packed chestnuts
2 vegetable stock cubes
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 slices streaky bacon
3 sprigs thyme

1
Heat the oil in a large pan,add the onion, bacon, celery and carrots and cook over a medium heat for about 7-10 mins, stirring occasionally until vegetables have softened.
2
Pour 1 litre (1 3/4 pints) water into the pan and add the chestnuts, stockcubes and thyme.
3
Bring the mixture to the boil, then reduce the heat and cover the pan.
4
Simmer gently for about 20-30 minutes,until the vegetables are tender.
5
Remove the pan from the heat and puree the soup in a liquidiser or food processor, or use a stick blender.
6
Add seasoning to taste.
7
Leave to cool, then pour it into a freezer container, cover and label.
8
Will freeze for up to 3 months.
9
To serve: Allow the soup to defrost overnight, then bring to the boil before serving.
10
Cut the rashers of bacon into strips and cook them in a hot frying pan until crisp and place on top of the soup, with a couple of small sprigs of thyme.
11
Sprinkle some freshly ground black pepper over.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon sunflower oil, 1 onion, peeled and chopped, 4 -6 slices smoked streaky bacon, chopped, 1 stick celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chestnut and Bacon Soup (Oamc) 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!

Chestnut and Bacon Soup (Oamc)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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