Grilled Tomato and Red Bell Pepper Soup with Grilled Pancetta | Emerils.com

Ingredients

• 3 pounds large firm, ripe tomatoes, halved
• 1 red onion, peeled quartered
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 6 thin slices pancetta or bacon
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 cups chicken stock or canned low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, optional
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves