Tomato Bacon Soup

Elevate your soup game with this rich and indulgent Tomato Bacon Soup—a hearty take on the classic tomato soup, featuring smoky, crispy bacon and a velvety cream base. This comforting recipe combines the bold flavors of sautéed garlic, sweet onions, and vibrant crushed tomatoes with fragrant basil and just a hint of sugar to balance acidity. Finished with a swirl of heavy cream and filled with crumbled bacon for an irresistible savory bite, this soup is pure comfort in a bowl. Whether you top it with fresh parsley, crunchy croutons, or extra bacon bits, this satisfying dish is perfect for cozy evenings or a crowd-pleasing starter. Ready in just 40 minutes and bursting with flavor, Tomato Bacon Soup is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 3 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup Croutons (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the pot.

Step 2

Add the olive oil to the pot with the reserved bacon fat. Heat over medium heat, then add the diced onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

Stir in the sugar, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes, uncovered, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, carefully puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender, blending until smooth and then returning it to the pot.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup is heated through.

Step 8

Add the chopped bacon back into the soup and stir to incorporate. Reserve some bacon pieces for garnish, if desired.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with reserved bacon pieces, fresh parsley, and croutons, if using. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2200.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2728.8

Total Fat 155.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 287.5mg	0%
Sodium 7231.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 47.6g
Protein 59.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 443.2mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3140.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 39.3%