Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup – A Rich and Creamy Comfort Meal
Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort dish, blending crispy bacon and rich cheddar cheese with tender gnocchi in a creamy broth. Perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings, this quick and easy recipe can be ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8-10 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 16 oz gnocchi
- 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (medium or sharp)
- Seasonings: salt, black pepper, garlic powder (or minced garlic), dried thyme, red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and carrots in butter or olive oil until tender.
- Add chicken broth to the pot and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream, garlic powder, seasonings, and cheddar cheese until combined.
- Add gnocchi and cook for about 2 minutes until soft.
- Mix in reserved bacon pieces, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg