Apple Bacon Tomato Soup

A rich, flavorful, surprising soup. Warm and soothing in the winter. By the second day the sauteed apples have really infused the soup and it is so tasty! Could be wonderful with mozzarella cheese grated on top just before serving.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 195 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• ½ cup red wine
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
• 5 slices bacon
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans
• ½ white onion, chopped
• 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, coarsely chop, and set aside.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, and saute white onion and garlic 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Stir in beef stock, pinto beans, tomatoes, celery, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir the apple in the red wine until soft.

Step 4

Mix bacon, apple, and remaining red wine into the soup mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally until well blended.