Tomato Soup with White Beans and Bacon

Ingredients

• 1/4 pound bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups potatoes, peeled and chopped (about 3/4 pound, we recommend Yukon Gold)
• 6 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled, chopped (or canned whole tomatoes with juice)*
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
• 1 15-ounce can white beans, drained
• Salt and pepper to taste