Easy Summer Meals Ideas: Creamy Reuben Soup with Turkey Bacon Delight
A creamy twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, this soup combines savory turkey bacon, flavorful Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut for a refreshing summer meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same pot, add olive oil, onions, and garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the sauerkraut; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and caraway seeds, and return to a simmer.
- Add Swiss cheese and stir until melted, then season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with crumbled turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the turkey bacon and use vegetable broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Easy Summer Meals Ideas, Creamy Reuben Soup, Turkey Bacon, Summer Soup