BACON AND LEEK SOUP

Bacon, leeks, and garlic in a chicken stock, paired with fluffy sour cream dinner rolls infused with lemon. Ready in just 35 minutes, this tasty duo promises a cosy and satisfying meal for four.

PREP 10m

COOK 25m

TOTAL 35m

SERVES 4

Soup Ingredients-

  • 250g cooking bacon

  • 500g leeks

  • 3 garlic cloves

  • 3 small potatoes

  • 1 tbsp black pepper

  • 600ml chicken stock

Soup Instructions-

  • In a pot, fry off the bacon and add grated garlic. Cook for a couple of minutes.

  • Add leeks to the pot and sauté until softened.

  • Introduce potatoes, black pepper, and chicken stock. Simmer for 20 minutes.

  • Meanwhile, prepare the Sour Cream Dinner Rolls (see below).

  • After 20 minutes, blend the soup until smooth. Adjust consistency with water if necessary.

  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Sour Cream Dinner Rolls (6) Ingredients-

  • 150g sour cream

  • 1/4 lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 180g self-raising flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

Dinner Rolls Instructions-

  • Preheat oven to 190°C.

  • In a bowl, mix sour cream, lemon juice, and olive oil.

  • Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Combine to form a dough.

  • Cut the dough into 6 portions and roll each into a bun shape.

  • Place on a lined baking tray, giving them some space to expand.

  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking after 20 minutes.

  • Serve these delightful rolls alongside the Bacon and Leek Soup. Enjoy!