B. L. T. SOUP
INGREDIENTS AMOUNT
Bacon slices 12
Celery ribs, trimmed 3
Yellow onion, diced 1
Green bell pepper, diced 1
Garlic, fresh minced 1 tablespoon
Cumin, ground 1 teaspoon
Tomatoes, diced in juice(canned) 2 cups
Water 6 cups
Tomato Sauce 2 cups
Fresh chopped parsley 1/4 cup
Sugar, granulated 2 teaspoons
Salt 1 tablespoon
Cayenne Pepper pinch
Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoon
Oregano 1 teaspoon
Cracked Black Pepper 1 teaspoon
Iceberg lettuce, thin shredded 3/4 lb
Croutons, seasoned use for garnish
Method
Cook Bacon slices. Chop bacon and set aside. Reserve grease. Pour grease into soup pot. Add celery, onion, bell pepper, & garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add chopped bacon and remaining ingredients to pot except lettuce & croutons. Bring to a boil, then turn heat to simmer and cook for 10 minutes. To serve, ladle soup into bowls. Place 1/2 cup shredded lettuce in each bowl. Sprinkle 2-3 croutons on top. Makes 3/4 gallon.
