Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup
A comforting and quick soup featuring crispy bacon, creamy cheddar, and pillowy gnocchi, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon Butter or Olive Oil For sautéing the vegetables.
- 1 large Onion (diced) Sweet and aromatic.
- 2 large Carrots (peeled and sliced) Adds sweetness and color.
- 4 cups Chicken Broth Homemade or store-bought.
- 1-2 teaspoons Salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground is best.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or 4 cloves minced garlic) Add more if you love garlic.
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme Pairs beautifully with the flavors.
- 1/2-1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Optional for a bit of heat.
For the Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces Gnocchi The star ingredient.
- 2 cups Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half For creamy richness.
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (grated) Sharp cheddar recommended.
- 8-10 slices Crispy Chicken Bacon Cook until crispy.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken bacon slices and cook until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside on a paper towel.
- In the same pot, melt the butter or olive oil. Add diced onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add sliced carrots and cook until slightly softened, around 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and chili flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the gnocchi to the pot and cook until they float to the top, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted.
- Crumble the crispy bacon on top before serving.
- Scoop the soup into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
Best when served immediately. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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