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Image Credit: Greg DupreeBacon. Need we say more? But for the sake of detail, let’s dive into this indulgent, creamy soup. Crispy bacon is cooked to perfection, and its flavorful fat is used to sauté leeks, giving the soup a deep, smoky essence from the very beginning. Sweet potatoes and chicken broth join the mix, simmering until tender before being blended into a silky-smooth texture. A lavish pour of cream elevates the soup to a luxurious level. Garnish with fresh chives and crumbled bacon for a truly unforgettable dish.
Ingredients
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3 oz thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, diced into 1-inch pieces
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 large leek, finely sliced
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1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
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2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (6 cups)
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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2/3 cup heavy cream
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2 tbsp freshly chopped chives
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Freshly ground black pepper
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Crushed red pepper
Instructions
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Cook bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, 6 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
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Add olive oil to the pot. Sauté leeks with salt until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in sweet potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to low and simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender, 12 to 14 minutes.
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Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. (Alternatively, transfer to a blender, cover, remove the center lid piece, and blend with a towel over the opening.) Mix in heavy cream.
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Serve the soup garnished with crispy bacon, chives, crushed red pepper, and an optional drizzle of cream.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 404 | Calories |
| 27g | Fat |
| 28g | Carbs |
| 15g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 404 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 27g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat 13g | 63% |
| Cholesterol 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium 951mg | 41% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 13% |
| Total Sugars 9g | |
| Protein 15g | 31% |
| Vitamin C 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium 92mg | 7% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 834mg | 18% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
