Description
Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort dish that combines crispy bacon, gooey cheddar cheese, and pillowy gnocchi in a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, this soup envelops you in warmth with every delicious spoonful. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite veggies, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of creamy goodness that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh gnocchi
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the bacon fat until translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the gnocchi; stir gently and cook according to package instructions.
- Once the gnocchi are tender, reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer gently.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- If using spinach, stir it in now until wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 80mg