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Bacon and Fire Roasted Tomato Soup

This soup is slap-your-mama good—seriously comforting, smoky, and full of flavor. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you just need a big bowl of cozy. Here is my Bacon and Fire Roasted Tomato Soup recipe.

Ingredients:

• 6 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 cup chopped onion

• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

• 1 (28-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained (about 3 cups)

• 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves

• Seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, smoked paprika, etc.)

• 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or more to taste)

Directions:

1. Cook the Bacon:
   In a heavy soup pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease.

2. Sauté the Veggies:
   Add olive oil to the pot. Over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent (about 3–4 minutes). Stir in the garlic and cook just until fragrant—about 30 seconds.

3. Simmer the Soup:
   Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes (puree first if you prefer a smoother texture), broth, and fresh thyme. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle simmer. Add your favorite seasonings and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Finish with Bacon & Cream:
   Stir in the crumbled bacon and heavy cream. Let it heat through, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes:

• Swap heavy cream with milk or whipping cream if preferred.

• You can use real bacon bits instead of fresh bacon for a shortcut.

• Want to sneak in extra nutrients? Add a handful (or two) of chopped spinach or kale during the last few minutes of simmering.

This soup is amazing on its own or paired with a grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort meal.

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