BLT SOUP

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"I'm always inventing new recipes or improving on old ones," says Sharon Richardson of Dallas, Texas. "Since the BLT is a family favorite, I created a soup with all the flavors of the sandwich. But I gave it extra zip by adding picante sauce."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons canola oil
3 cups cubed French bread
1 pound bacon strips, diced
2 cups finely chopped celery
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 cups chicken broth
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add bread cubes; stir until crisp and golden brown. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings; set bacon aside. , Saute celery and onion in drippings until tender. Add sugar; cook and stir for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved. Gradually stir in flour; cook and stir for 1 minute or until blended. Add the broth, picante sauce, tomato sauce and pepper; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Just before serving, add lettuce and heat through. Sprinkle with croutons and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 1689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Syed Ali Abbas
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tempeh bacon in my soup and it was delicious! This soup is a great way to get your veggie fix.


Elena Sanchez
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect! It's a great way to have a warm and comforting meal on a cold day.


Jahdane Beckford
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This soup is so versatile! You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some shredded cheddar cheese to mine.


Caroline Mchawia
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I used smoked bacon in my soup and it gave it a really nice smoky flavor. I also added some chopped green onions and it was a great addition.


azadur rahman
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I added some diced carrots and celery to my soup and it was delicious! It's a great way to add some extra vegetables to your meal.


adham hussein
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This soup is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that I can use up leftover bacon and tomatoes, and it's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Mukaram AbbasHERO
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this soup. The bacon and lettuce add a nice balance to the sweetness of the tomatoes.


Nila Thessman
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover bacon and tomatoes, and it's really filling and satisfying.


Bill Wiles
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of bacon, tomatoes, and lettuce. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Doomkiller 7676
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tempeh bacon in my soup and it was delicious! This soup is a great way to get your veggie fix.


Mum Kihanya
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect! It's a great way to have a warm and comforting meal on a cold day.


MAHARAJ MAMUN
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This soup is so versatile! You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some shredded cheddar cheese to mine.


Andre Roberts
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I used smoked bacon in my soup and it gave it a really nice smoky flavor. I also added some chopped green onions and it was a great addition.


SF Forhad
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I added some diced carrots and celery to my soup and it was delicious! It's a great way to add some extra vegetables to your meal.


Md. Naim
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This soup is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that I can use up leftover bacon and tomatoes, and it's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Unako Dumse
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this soup. The bacon and lettuce add a nice balance to the sweetness of the tomatoes.


Fire Cricket
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover bacon and tomatoes, and it's really filling and satisfying.


Ali nawaz Arain
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This BLT soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon and tomatoes add a nice smoky and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


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