**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony of BLT and P-Bacon Leek Tomato and Potato Soup: A Flavorful Delight by Rachael Ray**
Welcome to a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. Rachael Ray, the renowned chef and TV personality, invites you to savor two exceptional soup recipes that showcase the perfect harmony of flavors. The BLT and P-Bacon Leek Tomato and Potato Soup is a delightful symphony of textures and tastes, combining the classic flavors of a BLT sandwich with the richness of bacon, leeks, tomatoes, and potatoes. This hearty and satisfying soup is sure to become a favorite comfort food.
For those seeking a vegetarian option, the P-Bacon Leek Tomato and Potato Soup delivers an equally flavorful experience. Plant-based bacon lends its smoky savoriness to this delectable creation, while leeks, tomatoes, and potatoes provide a medley of textures and flavors. Both soups are incredibly versatile and can be tailored to your preferences. Feel free to adjust the ingredients and seasonings to create a soup that perfectly suits your palate.
So gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and embark on a culinary adventure with Rachael Ray. Let the tantalizing aromas of BLT and P-Bacon Leek Tomato and Potato Soup fill your home and indulge in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
BLT: BEEF, LEEK AND TOMATO SALAD - WITH BACON DRESSING - AN EXTRA "B"!
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a grill pan or grill to medium-high heat.
- Bring steaks to room temperature, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place the steaks on the grill, cook meat 10 to 12 minutes for pink centers. Turn twice and let meat rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- While meat cooks, brown bacon in a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil in a medium to large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Chop the leeks then soak in a large bowl of water or separate the chopped leeks by running under water. Dry the leeks in a kitchen towel.
- Place cooked bacon on paper towels to drain. Pour off all but about a tablespoon of bacon drippings then add leeks and wilt down. Season cooked leeks with salt and peppe, to taste.
- Transfer the cooked bacon to a food processor and add Worcestershire, vinegar, mustard, some black pepper and a splash of water. Turn processor on and stream in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil.
- On each dinner plate, arrange a bed of shredded romaine and thickly sliced tomatoes. Slice meat against the grain of the steak. Arrange the steak over the sliced tomatoes. Scatter the leeks over the sliced steaks and pour bacon dressing down over the top.
BLT AND P (BACON, LEEK, TOMATO AND POTATO) SOUP - RACHAEL RAY RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by ranmcm
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Heat a medium soup pot or deep sided skillet over medium-high heat. 2. To the hot pan add a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and the bacon. 3. Cook bacon until brown and crisp. 4. Add the chopped celery. 5. Take peeled carrots and lay flat on cutting board. 6. Hold each carrot at root end and use the vegetable peeler to make long, thin strips of the carrot. 7. Chop the thin slices into small carrot bits or carrot chips, 1/2-inch wide. 8. Add the chips to celery and stir. 9. Cut leeks lengthwise and then into 1/2-inch half moons. 10. Place the leeks into a colander and run under rushing cold water, separating the layers to wash away all the trapped grit. 11. When the leeks are separated and clean, shake off water and add to celery and carrots. 12. Stir veggies together, add a bay leaf and season with salt and pepper. 13. While the leeks cook to wilt, 3 to 4 minutes, slice the potatoes. 14. Cut each potato across into thirds. 15. Stand each piece of potato upright and thinly slice it. 16. The pieces will look like raw potato chips. 17. Add stock to vegetables and bring to a boil. 18. Reduce heat and add potatoes and tomatoes. 19. Cook 8 to 10 minutes until potatoes are tender and starting to break up a bit. 20. Add bacon and parsley and stir. 21. Adjust seasonings. 22. Serve immediately with crusty bread.
BLT & P (BACON, LEEK, TOMATO AND POTATO) SOUP
BLT & P (Bacon, Leek, Tomato and Potato) Soup
Provided by The Rachael Ray Staff
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Heat a medium soup pot or deep sided skillet over medium-high heat
- Add a drizzle of EVOO and the bacon
- Cook bacon until brown and crisp
- Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and reserve
- Drain off all but 2 tablespoons of remaining fat
- Add the chopped celery
- Take peeled carrots and lay flat on cutting board
- Hold each carrot at root end and use the vegetable peeler to make long, thin strips of the carrot
- Chop the thin slices into small carrot bits or carrot chips, 1/2 inch wide
- Add the chips to celery and stir
- Cut leeks lengthwise and then into 1/2 inch half moons
- Place dirty slices into colander and run under rushing cold water, separating all the layers to wash away all the trapped grit
- When the leeks are separated and clean, shake off water and add to celery and carrots
- Stir veggies together, add a bay leaf and season with salt and pepper
- While the leeks cook to wilt, 3-4 minutes, slice the potatoes by cutting each potato into thirds across
- Stand each third potato upright and thinly slice it
- The pieces will look like raw potato chips
- Add stock to vegetables and bring to a boil
- Reduce heat and add potatoes and tomatoes
- Cook 8-10 minutes until potatoes are tender and starting to break up a bit
- Add bacon and parsley and stir
- Adjust seasonings
- Serve immediately
BLT & P (BACON, LEEK, TOMATO AND POTATO) SOUP
A satisfying soup version of a BLT for those days when you need a warming up-with a BACON pick me up!! (When don't we need those, eh?). Another RR treat!!
Provided by Mommy Diva
Categories Pork
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a medium soup pot over medium-high heat.
- Add a small amount of EVOO and the bacon.
- Cook the bacon until brown and crisp.
- Remove the bacon to drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Drain all but 2 tablespoons of remaining fat from pot then add the chopped celery.
- Take peeled carrots and lay flat on cutting board.
- Holding each carrot at root end, use the vegetable peeler to make long, thin strips of carrot.
- Chop the thin slices into small carrot bits (or chips), approximately 1/2 inch wide.
- Add the chips to celery and continue to stir.
- Cut leeks lengthwise and then into 1/2 inch half moons.
- Place dirty slices into colander and run under rushing cold water, separating all the layers so you can wash away all the trapped dirt.
- When the leeks are separated and clean, shake off water and add to celery and carrots.
- Stir these veggies together, adding a bay leaf and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- While the leeks cook (until they wilt 3-4 minutes), slice the potatoes.
- Cut each potato into thirds across.
- Stand each potato third upright and slice it thinly(The pieces will look like raw potato chips).
- Now adding stock to vegetables, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat then add potatoes and tomatoes.
- Cook 8-10 minutes until potatoes are tender and starting to break up a bit.
- Add bacon and parsley, stirring.
- Adjust seasonings to taste (don't forget to remove bay leaf).
- Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!;).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.9, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 22.6, Sodium 841.8, Carbohydrate 61.3, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 15.6, Protein 19
RACHAEL RAY'S LEEK AND POTATO SOUP
For so few ingredients, this soup is divine! Very easy, simply yummy and a great side to nice sammie for a light meal.
Provided by Angel91805
Categories Clear Soup
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut leeks in half length-wise & slice in 1/2" slices. Soak in water to clean.
- Heat soup pot over medium heat.
- Add EVOO, leeks, bay leaf and salt and pepper.
- Thinly slice potatoes and add to pot as you go. Salt and pepper again if necessary.
- Add broth. Cover pot and bring to boil. Uncover and simmer 12-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Break up potatoes to thicken the soup.
- Remove bay leaf. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.7, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 1160, Carbohydrate 78.5, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 7.4, Protein 16.2
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe ingredients. This will give your soup the best flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bacon. Turkey bacon or beef bacon can add a unique flavor to the soup.
- Be patient when cooking the soup. It takes time for the flavors to develop.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.
Conclusion:
BLT and P (Bacon, Leek, Tomato, and Potato) Soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of salty bacon, sweet tomatoes, and creamy potatoes, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give BLT and P Soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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