Tomato Stew Lecso

Submitted by Dienia B.

"A Romanian Hungarian soup served with polenta and sour cream. You could make this with oil instead of bacon if you wish."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, cut in small pieces
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 red bell peppers, roasted first, chopped 1/2-inch pieces
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 garlic cloves, mashed
• 6 tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon paprika

directions

1. Fry bacon; add onion; cook until translucent.
2. Add bell pepper.
3. Sprinkle with salt.
4. Cook slowly for 20 minutes.
5. Add garlic.
6. Add tomatoes.
7. Add paprika.
8. Simmer 20 minutes; mash fine; it should be thick.