Description
Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup is a rich and creamy one-pot soup combining tender potato gnocchi, crispy smoky bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese in a velvety chicken broth base, perfect for a quick, comforting meal that’s family-friendly and easily customizable.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Fry the 6 slices of bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place on paper towels to drain, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
- Sauté the aromatics: Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the bacon fat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes, building the savory base of the soup.
- Add broth and simmer: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer to meld the flavors.
- Cook the gnocchi: Add 1 lb of potato gnocchi directly into the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions, typically 2-3 minutes, until they float to the top and become tender.
- Stir in cream and cheddar: Lower the heat and gently mix in 1 cup heavy cream and 1 1/2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese has completely melted and the soup is creamy.
- Finish with bacon and seasoning: Crumble the cooked bacon back into the pot. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let the soup warm through for an additional 1-2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the gnocchi to avoid a mushy texture.
- Grate your own cheddar cheese for a smoother melt and richer flavor.
- Use thick-cut bacon for the best texture and smoky flavor.
- Simmer gently after adding cheese to prevent curdling or separation.
- Adjust soup thickness by adding more broth or cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/4 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: bacon, cheddar, gnocchi, soup, creamy, quick, comfort food, one pot, family-friendly
