Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup: An Indulgent Cozy Comfort Bowl
This Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup is a creamy, indulgent dish perfect for a cozy meal.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
Bacon and Vegetables
- 8–10 slices bacon cooked and chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 large onion diced
- 2 large carrots peeled and sliced
Soup Base
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1–2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 4 cloves minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½–1 teaspoon red chili flakes optional
Final Ingredients
- 16 oz gnocchi
- 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese medium or sharp
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Cook bacon until crispy, then chop and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat butter or oil and sauté onions and carrots until tender.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream, seasonings, and shredded cheese, stirring continuously.
- Add gnocchi and cook for 2 minutes or until soft.
- Stir in bacon, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Add spinach or kale for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg
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