Creamy Leek and Bacon Soup
Creamy Leek and Bacon Soup (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, flour, or other starchy thickeners are used. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for English food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich, velvety soup featuring sautéed leeks and crispy bacon pieces, simmered in a chicken or vegetable broth, then finished with a generous swirl of heavy cream. Served without traditional potato or starchy thickeners.
Key ingredients
Leeks, streaky bacon, butter, chicken or vegetable broth, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, optional bay leaf or thyme.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no potatoes, flour, or other starchy thickeners are used. Restaurants should rely on cream reduction or puréed leeks for body. Request no croutons or bread.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a very common ingredient for thickening and body in leek soups. Some broths may contain hidden sugars or starches. Leeks themselves have some natural carbohydrates.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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