Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup: Indulgent Comfort in a Bowl
Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich flavors and a creamy texture.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 6 strips bacon, chopped
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine.
- Slowly add chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Bring to a simmer and add the gnocchi.
- Cook until gnocchi is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Top with crispy bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit the bacon.
- Add vegetables like spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup, comfort food, soup recipe