BACON TOMATO CHOWDER

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This soup recipe is so warm and inviting for any occasion, but most of all, I like to cook it for just my husband and me.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Dash ground nutmeg
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3/4 cup canned diced tomatoes, undrained
2/3 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. Discard drippings. , In the same pan, melt butter. Stir in flour and nutmeg until smooth. Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in tomatoes. Reduce heat; stir in cream. Heat through (do not boil). Add bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586 calories, Fat 51g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 1453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.