Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup Recipe
A comforting and creamy Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup that is loaded with flavors. Perfect for a cozy night in or to impress guests with a hearty meal.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
Bacon
- 8-10 slices Bacon
Soup
- 1 Tablespoon Butter or Olive Oil
- 1 large Onion diced
- 2 large Carrots peeled and sliced into small pieces
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 to 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or 4 cloves minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon Dried Thyme
- ½ to 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes
- 16 ounces Gnocchi
- 2 cups Heavy Cream or Half-n-Half
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Cook bacon by preferred method. Once cooled, cut into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions and carrots in butter or olive oil until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and let simmer.
- Add heavy cream, spices, and gnocchi. Let simmer until slightly reduced. Gradually stir in cheese until melted.
- Stir in bacon pieces. Serve with additional cheese, green onions, and bacon.
Notes
To cook bacon in the oven, preheat to 400 degrees F, lay bacon on a foil-lined baking sheet, and bake for 20-27 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 18gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 1250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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