Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup
Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, cheesy delight combines crispy bacon and soft gnocchi in a rich broth that warms your soul. Each spoonful is a hug in a bowl, making it an ideal dish to enjoy solo or share with loved ones. Get ready to indulge in this satisfying recipe that evokes cozy memories and fills your home with enticing aromas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup gnocchi
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving drippings.
- Sauté the chopped onion in the drippings for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth while scraping any bits from the pot. Bring to a simmer then add heavy cream.
- Stir in gnocchi and cook until they float (about 3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, mix in grated cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon and extra cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg