Smoky bacon and tomato soup

Method

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the bacon lardons and fry, stirring, for 8-10 minutes until crisp. Transfer half the lardons to a plate, then add the onion to the saucepan. Fry for 5 minutes, then add the celery, garlic and 2 tsp sweet smoked paprika.
2. Fry for a few minutes, then add the chopped tomatoes. Add the Worcestershire sauce, basil and sugar or agave nectar. Bring to a simmer, then cook gently for 20 minutes.
3. Stir in the mascarpone, then whizz with a stick blender (or in a blender) to a thick but smooth soup. Season to taste (add a little water if it’s too thick). Serve with the reserved bacon, a dollop of mascarpone and a few basil leaves.