Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup: A Cozy and Indulgent Delight
A rich and flavorful soup that combines the savory taste of bacon with creamy cheddar and tender gnocchi.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups gnocchi
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same pot, add onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Add chicken broth and thyme; bring to a boil.
- Add gnocchi and cook until they float to the top.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese; mix until cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Serve topped with crumbled bacon.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and use vegetable broth.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or carrots for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup, Soup, Comfort Food