Cheddar Gnocchi Soup
If you’re craving a comforting bowl of soup that combines creamy flavors with delightful heartiness, look no further than this Cheddar Gnocchi Soup. This recipe swaps out traditional bacon for crispy chicken bacon to maintain a savory depth while keeping it indulgent yet lighter. With tender gnocchi, fresh vegetables, and gooey cheddar cheese, each spoonful is a warm embrace on a chilly day. From busy weeknights to cozy gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare, taking only about 40 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for serving family or friends, you can easily customize it with your favorite ingredients or spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–10 slices chicken bacon
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 large carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 16 ounces gnocchi
- 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook chicken bacon until crispy; cut into small pieces and set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add butter or olive oil, then sauté diced onions and sliced carrots until tender (10-15 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in heavy cream and spices, letting the soup thicken slightly.
- Gradually mix in grated cheddar cheese until melted.
- Add gnocchi and cook for an additional 2 minutes; taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Stir in the crispy chicken bacon just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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