GREEN TOMATO SOUP WITH BACON AND BRIOCHE CROUTONS

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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 pounds green tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped (about 8 cups)
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces sliced bacon
2 slices brioche, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 ounces)
1/3 cup crème fraîche (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon honey, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, lightly crush the coriander, either with a mortar and pestle or side of a knife. Add it to pot along with garlic and sauté for 3 minutes longer.
  • Stir in tomatoes, stock, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; immediately reduce heat to medium-low and simmer soup until tomatoes have fallen apart, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, fry bacon in a skillet until crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate. Return skillet to medium heat. Add brioche to bacon fat in pan and toss to coat well. Toast, tossing occasionally, until croutons are golden, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Using an immersion blender (or puréeing in batches in a regular blender), purée soup until smooth.
  • Return soup to medium heat and stir in crème fraîche if desired, dill and honey. Cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Taste and add more salt or honey or both if desired. Ladle soup into individual serving bowls; crumble bacon over top and garnish with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 293, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 716 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Vibro Gun
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This soup is delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Nik Thorpe
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This soup is a must-try for any green tomato lover.


Akb Khan
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful.


Safa Abdullahi
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This is a great recipe for a fall soup. The green tomatoes give it a unique and delicious flavor.


Asghar Abbas
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and has a nice, creamy texture.


Abdur Rakhon
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavor is amazing!


SM FARUK
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Reabetswe Reaby
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This soup is a great way to use up green tomatoes. It's easy to make and has a delicious, slightly tart flavor. I would definitely recommend it.


Tawhid Maria
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I was a bit skeptical about this soup, but I'm glad I tried it. It's really good!


Harriet Sam
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This soup is delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


tlou zabulon
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This soup is a must-try for any green tomato lover.


Md Shrov
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful.


Joseph Julius
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This is a great recipe for a fall soup. The green tomatoes give it a unique and delicious flavor.


HELP LINE 360
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and has a nice, creamy texture.


AT Nation
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavor is amazing!


eber matias
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I love the combination of flavors in this soup. The green tomatoes, bacon, and croutons all come together perfectly.


sajaan kumar
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This soup is a great way to use up green tomatoes. It's easy to make and has a delicious, slightly tart flavor.


Lacey Elgey
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I've never had green tomato soup before, but this recipe is now a favorite. It's so flavorful and comforting, and the croutons are the perfect finishing touch.


Fitsum Demise
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This green tomato soup was a delightful surprise! I love that it uses up green tomatoes from the garden, and the bacon and brioche croutons add a delicious richness and texture.