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61. Keto-Friendly Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons and Bacon

Bon jour! Ready your taste buds for a keto-licious journey with our Creamy Tomato Soup, grilled cheese croutons, and bacon extravaganza. Warning: This recipe is not for the faint of heart or those on a bland-food diet. It’s a symphony of bold flavors that will rock your socks off!

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28-ounce can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • For the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
  • 2 slices keto bread
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • For the Bacon:
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Instructions:

  1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Throw in that chopped onion and sauté it until it’s nice and translucent. Don’t let it turn into charcoal, though!
  2. Add the Garlic: Once the onion is ready for its closeup, toss in the minced garlic. Let it sizzle and release its aromatic goodness for about a minute.
  3. Pour in the Tomato Party: Open that can of diced tomatoes and pour it into the pot. Give it a good stir to mix everything together.
  4. Spice it Up: Now it’s time for the seasonings to make their grand entrance. Sprinkle in the dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir it all up so the flavors can get to know each other.
  5. Simmer and Let the Flavors Mingle: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen and meld together.
  6. Creamy Transformation: After the soup has simmered, remove it from the heat. Grab your immersion blender and give it a whirl until the soup reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender, just be careful not to splatter tomato soup all over your kitchen!
  7. Add the Finishing Touches: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until they’re fully incorporated. Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings if needed.
  8. Grilled Cheese Croutons: Prepare yourself for some cheesy goodness. In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Place one slice of keto bread in the skillet and top it with the shredded cheddar cheese. Place the other slice of bread on top, forming a sandwich. Grill the sandwich until it’s golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat and cut into small croutons.
  9. Bacon Bits of Joy: Cook up those bacon slices until they’re crispy and smell heavenly. Crumble them into small pieces and set them aside.
  10. Soup-er Serving: Pour the creamy tomato soup into bowls. Top each bowl with grilled cheese croutons and crumbled bacon. Garnish with some fresh basil or parsley if you’re feeling fancy.

The Grand Finale:

Now, my friends, you have created a keto-friendly masterpiece that will leave you craving more. Dive into that creamy tomato soup, savor the crunch of the grilled cheese croutons, and let the bacon bits dance on your taste buds. Remember, this recipe is not for the faint of heart, but for those who dare to embrace bold flavors. Enjoy!