Watercress Soup with Crisp Bacon

A creamy blended watercress soup enriched with double cream and served with crispy smoked bacon and Greek-style yoghurt.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 712.4 kcals 712.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 14.8 grams 14.8 grams
Fat 68.5 grams 68.5 grams
Protein 11.2 grams 11.2 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
1 person
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
Liquids
Meat
1
rasher
Bacon
smoked, chopped
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
finely chopped
OilsFats
15
ml
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Onion
finely chopped

Steps

  • Heat the oil and butter in a pan and fry the onion and garlic until softened.
  • Add the vegetable stock and bring to a simmer.
  • Whisk in the cream and watercress, then return to a simmer.
  • Allow the mixture to cool slightly and blend with a hand-blender until smooth.
  • Fry the chopped bacon in a separate pan until crisp.
  • Pour soup into a bowl and garnish with yoghurt and the crisp bacon.