Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup
A comforting and hearty soup featuring fluffy gnocchi, crispy bacon, and creamy cheddar, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives or green onions for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving some fat in the pot.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer.
- Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until tender.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix in the crispy bacon.
- Serve hot with chopped chives or green onions as garnish.
Notes
Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes. Customize by adding vegetables, like spinach or mushrooms, for extra nutrition. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.