Name: Creamy Caramelized Leek Soup with Maple Glazed Bacon
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 6 cleaned and trimmed leeks, (about 4 cups, sliced); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 bulb roasted garlic; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock; 2/3 cup half and half; 2 green onions, (thinly sliced); 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling; 4 slices thick-cut bacon; 2 tablespoons maple syrup