Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup

Name: Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved; 8 bacon strips; 1 onion yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 4 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves picked; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

A silky, smoky soup built on caramelized Brussels sprouts and crispy bacon, blended smooth with heavy cream and finished with fresh thyme. A low-carb cold-weather bowl that delivers deep savory flavor.

40 minEasyServes 4270 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved
8 bacon strips
1 onion yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves picked
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions

1

Cook 8 bacon strips in a large heavy pot over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate and crumble when cool. Leave 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pot.
2

Add 1 onion diced yellow onion to the drippings and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 minute more.
3

Add 1.5 lbs trimmed, halved Brussels sprouts to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized, about 6 minutes.
4

Pour in 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth and add 4 leaves picked fresh thyme sprigs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until Brussels sprouts are completely tender, about 12 minutes. Remove and discard thyme stems.
5

Use an immersion blender (or carefully transfer in batches) to puree the soup until very smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg.
6

Ladle into bowls and top with crumbled bacon strips. Serve hot.

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Questions

What equipment do I need for Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses an immersion blender (step 5) and a blender (step 5). If you do not have one, a countertop blender, filled halfway with the lid vented, replaces the immersion blender.

What can I use instead of heavy cream in Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup?

The entry for Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup calls for 1/2 cup heavy cream. In its place: In sauces and soups, use half-and-half with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup, or evaporated milk. Neither will whip.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup uses 8 bacon strips.

Can I make Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup is 1/2 cup heavy cream. Swap the cream for full-fat coconut milk or an oat cooking cream. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How many calories are in Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprout Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 270 calories, with 10 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 14 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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