INGREDIENTS
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8 ounces sliced smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
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2 medium yellow onions, diced
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6 cloves garlic, sliced
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1 tablespoon plus 1 tsp kosher salt
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1 head fennel, halved and thinly sliced (about 4 cups), fronds reserved for garnish
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
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1 lemon, zest removed with a vegetable peeler
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1 large sprig rosemary
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1/2 teaspoon red chile flakes
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2 quarts (8 cups) seafood stock or water
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2 pounds peeled and deveined medium shrimp
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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8 large eggs (optional)
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Crusty bread