Avocado and Bacon Soup

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.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 349 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• ½ pound bacon
• 1 quart chicken stock
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• ½ cup white wine
• 2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 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.