Tomato soup with smoked bacon and garlic croutons
2 servings
30 minutes
This aromatic Italian soup with a rich tomato flavor and smoky notes of bacon is a true delight for gourmets. Inspired by Tuscan culinary traditions, it combines simplicity in preparation with a wealth of flavors. The delicate acidity of the tomatoes is perfectly balanced by the salty bacon, while garlic croutons add a pleasant crunchy texture. This soup not only warms on a cool day but is also perfect for cozy family lunches. Served hot with fragrant herbs, it creates a harmony of flavors and textures that makes it indispensable on the menu for lovers of Italian cuisine.
1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add onion, celery, and diced bacon without skin. Fry on high heat for 2-3 minutes until the bacon is golden brown. Stir occasionally.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 1 head
- Celery stalk: 1 piece
- Bacon: 100 g
2
Add chopped tomatoes, chicken broth, and tomato puree, mix well. Bring to a boil, cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring.
- Canned tomatoes: 400 g
- Chicken broth: 300 ml
- Tomato puree: 1 tablespoon
3
To make croutons, mix butter with crushed garlic and parsley. Add a pinch of salt. Spread on bread. Place the bread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for a few minutes.
- Butter: 50 g
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Parsley: 20 g
- Salt: to taste
- White bread: 8 pieces
4
Add spices to the soup, pour it into a blender, and blend. Pour into soup bowls, sprinkle with finely chopped parsley, and add black pepper. Serve with hot croutons.
- Parsley: 20 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste