Apple Bacon Tomato Soup

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A rich, flavorful, surprising soup. Warm and soothing in the winter. By the second day the sauteed apples have really infused the soup and it is so tasty! Could be wonderful with mozzarella cheese grated on top just before serving.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 5 slices bacon

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ white onion, chopped

  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced

  • 2 cups beef stock

  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 medium apple, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup red wine

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, coarsely chop, and set aside.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, and saute white onion and garlic 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Stir in beef stock, pinto beans, tomatoes, celery, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer.

  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir the apple in the red wine until soft.

  4. Mix bacon, apple, and remaining red wine into the soup mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally until well blended.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

195 Calories
10g Fat
17g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 447mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 55mg 4%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 284mg 6%

* 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.