Chicory and Bacon Soup Recipe

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Chicory and Bacon Soup
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  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, fry the pancetta or bacon on both sides in just a bit of the oil until crisp.
  2. Remove the bacon and lay on paper towel to drain while you make the rest of the soup.
  3. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook over a low heat until softened, about five minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, coarsely slice the chicory, discarding the root ends.
  5. Add to the pan together with the butter.
  6. Turn the chicory through the butter.
  7. Keeping the heat low, cover the pan and cook for about ten minutes until the chicory starts to wilt.
  8. Stir in the lemon juice and wine, let simmer for a few seconds, then add the potato to the pan, along with the bay leaf and stock.
  9. Season with a bit of salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
  10. Reduce the heat immediately and let simmer for 30 minutes.
  11. Meanwhile, trim the crusts from the bread and cut into chunky cubes.
  12. Heat the remaining oil in a frying pan.
  13. When hot, add the bread cubes, tossing continually until golden all over.
  14. Sprinkle with the parmesan, toss again, then tip onto kitchen paper to drain.
  15. Serve the soup with a dollop of creme fraiche, a handful of croutons, a crumble of pancetta or bacon and a sprinkling of parsley.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 516.52 Kcal (2163 kJ)
Calories from fat 372.75 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 41.42g 64%
Cholesterol 61.69mg 21%
Sodium 702.5mg 29%
Potassium 331.74mg 7%
Total Carbs 18.63g 6%
Sugars 6.23g 25%
Dietary Fiber 2.08g 8%
Protein 12.88g 26%
Vitamin C 7.3mg 12%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 4%
Iron 0.9mg 5%
Calcium 193.2mg 19%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 158.79 Kcal (665 kJ)
Calories from fat 114.59 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.73g 64%
Cholesterol 18.96mg 21%
Sodium 215.96mg 29%
Potassium 101.98mg 7%
Total Carbs 5.73g 6%
Sugars 1.91g 25%
Dietary Fiber 0.64g 8%
Protein 3.96g 26%
Vitamin C 2.2mg 12%
Iron 0.3mg 5%
Calcium 59.4mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 13.4
    Points
  • 14
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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