Green Tomato Soup With Bacon and Brioche Croutons

Name: Green Tomato Soup With Bacon and Brioche Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 3 pounds green tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped (about 8 cups); 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock; 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 ounces sliced bacon; 2 slices brioche, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 ounces); ⅓ cup creme fraiche (optional); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon honey, or to taste

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 pounds green tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped (about 8 cups)
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces sliced bacon
2 slices brioche, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 ounces)
⅓ cup creme fraiche (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon honey, or to taste

1
Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, lightly crush the coriander, either with a mortar and pestle or side of a knife.
4
Add it to pot along with garlic and saute for 3 minutes longer.
5
Stir in tomatoes, stock, salt and pepper.
6
Bring to a boil; immediately reduce heat to medium-low and simmer soup until tomatoes have fallen apart, about 30 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, fry bacon in a skillet until crisp.
8
Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate.
9
Return skillet to medium heat.
10
Add brioche to bacon fat in pan and toss to coat well.
11
Toast, tossing occasionally, until croutons are golden, about 5 minutes.
12
Set aside.
13
Using an immersion blender (or pureeing in batches in a regular blender), puree soup until smooth.
14
Return soup to medium heat and stir in creme fraiche if desired, dill and honey.
15
Cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.
16
Taste and add more salt or honey or both if desired.
17
Ladle soup into individual serving bowls; crumble bacon over top and garnish with croutons.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Green Tomato Soup With Bacon and Brioche Croutons 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!