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BLT Soup

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Use turkey bacon and light cream to cut fat, and add spinach or kale for extra vitamins. Serve with whole grain bread for a more balanced meal.

This BLT Soup takes the iconic sandwich and transforms it into a warm, comforting bowl of pure satisfaction. Crispy bacon brings smoky richness while sweet tomatoes and tender lettuce simmer in a creamy broth enhanced with garlic and onion for layers of flavor. It’s an inventive twist on a classic favorite that proves sometimes the best comfort food comes from reimagining what we already love.

If you love creative takes on classic flavors, you’ll also enjoy our Loaded Baked Potato Casserole for another comfort food transformation. For more hearty, bacon-forward dishes, try our Smoked Gouda Bacon Dip or Loaded Potato Soup—both deliver that same smoky, satisfying richness that makes this soup so irresistible.

BLT Soup

BLT Soup

Recipe by Daily Disher

BLT Soup transforms the classic sandwich into a warm, creamy bowl of comfort with bacon, lettuce, and tomato in every bite.

Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
3.3 from 15 votes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

45

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    • 6 slices bacon

    • 1 medium onion, chopped

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes

    • 3 cups chicken broth

    • 1 cup diced lettuce

    • 0.5 cup heavy cream

    • to taste salt

    • to taste black pepper

    Directions

    • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the bacon slices. Cook until crispy, remove, crumble, and set aside.
    • In the same pot, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onions become translucent, measuring about 5 minutes.
    • Pour in canned diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir the mixture well and bring to a boil.
    • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
    • Add the crumbled bacon, diced lettuce, and heavy cream into the pot. Season the soup with salt and pepper.
    • Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve hot, ensuring the components remain mixed.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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    3.3 from 15 votes

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