Chestnut Soup With Bacon And Chives Recipe

Name: Chestnut Soup With Bacon And Chives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced (about 4 ounces); 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 carrot, sliced; 1 celery stalk, sliced; 1 small leek (white and light-green parts only), split lengthwise and sliced (about 1 cup); 2 small shallots, roughly chopped (about 1/2 cup); Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more as needed; 1 15-ounce jar whole roasted chestnuts; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Creme fraiche, snipped chives, and grated nutmeg, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced (about 4 ounces)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 carrot, sliced
1 celery stalk, sliced
1 small leek (white and light-green parts only), split lengthwise and sliced (about 1 cup)
2 small shallots, roughly chopped (about 1/2 cup)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
5 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more as needed
1 15-ounce jar whole roasted chestnuts
1/2 cup heavy cream
Creme fraiche, snipped chives, and grated nutmeg, for garnish

1
In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until rendered and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour off all but 1 teaspoon of the fat. In the same saucepan, melt the butter, and add the carrot, celery, leek, and shallots. Season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium-low heat until softened and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
2
Add broth and chestnuts to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer, partially cover, and cook until all the ingredients are soft, about 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, and puree in batches in a blender until very smooth. Return to saucepan, add the cream, and heat thoroughly, adding stock to thin if needed. (A spoon should not leave a trail on the surface of the soup.)
3
Season with salt and pepper and ladle into warmed shallow bowls. Garnish with the reserved bacon, a dab of creme fraiche, chives, and a pinch of nutmeg.

799

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

105

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced (about 4 ounces), 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 carrot, sliced, 1 celery stalk, sliced, and more.

Yes, Chestnut Soup With Bacon And Chives 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.

Chestnut Soup With Bacon And Chives

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