1. Saute the bacon in a large soup pot over medium heat until crisp, then remove it from the pan, drain on paper towels, and reserve for the garnish. 2. Prep the remaining ingredients as directed in the recipe list. 3. In the soup pot, reheat the bacon grease over medium heat and stir in the leeks, turning to coat them and sauteing for several minutes, until they take on a little golden color. 4. Pour in the stock, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes. 5. Remove from the heat. 6. Puree the soup, solids first, then pour back into the pot. 7. Season with salt and pepper. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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