Avocado and Bacon Soup

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Wonderful way to blend the tastes of avocado and bacon in a warm, hearty soup. Besides the bacon bits, this soup works with a dollop of sour cream and some lime zest. Eat with plenty of crusty bread.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • 1 quart chicken stock

  • 2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and chopped

  • ½ cup white wine

  • 1 lime, juiced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until evenly brown. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon grease in the skillet, chop, and set aside. Place onion and celery in the skillet, and cook until tender.

  2. Transfer the onion and celery to a blender or food processor. Pour in 1/2 the chicken stock, add avocados, and blend until smooth.

  3. Transfer blender mixture to a large pot over medium heat. Whisk in remaining stock, wine, lime juice, and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until heated through, but do not boil. Garnish with chopped bacon to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

349 Calories
30g Fat
12g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 349
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 39%
Saturated Fat 12g 62%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Sodium 775mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 5g 19%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 8g 15%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 55mg 4%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 519mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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