Recipe: BLT Soup

BLT SOUP
"No-one said that the tomato in a BLT had to be sliced. This fresh soup is quickly made and goes well with grilled cheese sandwiches."

8 slices crisply-cooked bacon
1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 1/2-oz.) can chicken broth
1 (15-oz.) can cooked white beans (cannellini or navy)
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup shredded leaf lettuce
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Coarsely crumble bacon & set aside. In 2-quart saucepan, stir together tomatoes, broth, beans and seasoning. Bring to a simmer; stir in vinegar. In small bowl, toss together lettuce & basil. Ladle soup into large soup plates or bowls; garnish each serving with crumbled bacon and lettuce & basil.

Servings: 4
Source: National Pork Board