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Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup

Delicious Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup for Cozy Evenings

A comforting and quick Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup recipe perfect for chilly evenings, combining smoky bacon and melty cheddar.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound gnocchi homemade or store-bought
  • 6 ounces bacon or turkey bacon for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons butter can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup heavy cream can use half-and-half
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • dried thyme optional
  • salt
  • pepper
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat over medium heat, add diced bacon, and cook until crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pot with the bacon fat, swirling until melted.
  4. Toss in one finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, around 3–4 minutes.
  5. Next, add 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and optional dried thyme, letting flavors meld for another 2 minutes.
  8. Add 1 pound of gnocchi to the broth, cooking them for 2–3 minutes until they float.
  9. Lower the heat to medium-low, stir in 1 ½ cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted.
  10. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Return the crispy bacon to the pot, stir to combine all elements.
  12. Serve the soup warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, add gnocchi just before serving. Freshly grated cheese melts beautifully into the broth.

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