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Avocado and Bacon Soup

SUBMITTED BY: MRPAUL1 PHOTO BY: PARKER71

"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."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 7 stars. This recipe average a 3.6 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

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

DIRECTIONS

  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.
  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.
  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.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2005 by MINALEWIS
ok....there have been only two reviews and both five stars but ... My family just one by one... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 24, 2005 by NYPD K9 COP
perfect accent for a Mexican meal!! The avocado and lime with crunchy bacon on top was great,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2005 by laura
I made this soup in advance for a family dinner party, leaving the cream to add at the last... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2007 by Mikey Science
very good. just watch out, lime juice can be overpowering. Use 1/2 and taste. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2007 by XLACEYXO
I just made this and I thought it was great. It was so easy and fast. Reading the previous... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2005 by DINKSTA
Delicious recipe Mr. Paul! Great for low-carbers like me. Thanks so much. MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Avocado and Bacon Soup
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Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 350

  • Total Fat: 31.6g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg
  • Sodium: 753mg
  • Total Carbs: 10.2g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 4.3g
  • Protein: 6.8g

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