This is one of my go-to batch cooking recipes as it provides lots of portions of soup, perfect for taking to work. And who could resist a tomato and bacon soup? It has bacon in it, after all. Depending on what I have at home, I often use tinned tomatoes, instead of fresh. I tend to have chicken stock in the freezer, but otherwise, try it with bone broth – or even water if you have neither.
This hearty soup is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a great addition to your meal prep routine. The combination of tomatoes, bacon, and chili provides a satisfying and warming meal that's perfect for any time of the year.
Recipe: Chilli, Tomato & Bacon Soup
This Chilli, Tomato & Bacon Soup is a hearty and nutritious Paleo meal. Perfect for batch cooking, it provides multiple portions that are ideal for taking to work. The combination of tomatoes, bacon, and a touch of chili creates a comforting and flavorful soup.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Paleo
Keyword: Batch Cooking Soup, Chilli Tomato Bacon Soup, Hearty Soup, Paleo Soup
Servings: 6
Calories: 200kcal
Cost: $15
- Dash of extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large brown onions finely diced
- 8 bacon slices chopped
- 15 - 20 tomatoes chopped (depending on your preference you may choose to peel and de-seed)
- 1 1/2 litres of chicken stock
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 5 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
- sea salt and black pepper
Heat the Oil: First, heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat and gently fry the onions and bacon.
Add the Tomatoes and Stock: When the onions become soft, add in the chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato paste, chili powder, and seasoning. Stir to combine.
Bring to a Boil: Next, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally.
Simmer: Allow the soup to simmer for about 20 minutes until the flavors are well combined and the tomatoes are tender.
Blend: After about 20 minutes, remove the pan from the heat. Then, blitz the soup in a blender until your desired consistency has been reached.
Serve: Finally, serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh basil, and enjoy!