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Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup

A rich and creamy soup filled with crispy bacon, savory cheddar, and tender gnocchi, perfect for warming up on chilly nights.
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Préparation 15 minutes
Cuisson 30 minutes
Temps total 45 minutes
Portions: 6 servings
Plat: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8-10 slices bacon, cooked and chopped Use turkey bacon for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil Use olive oil for a lighter flavor.
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 4 cups chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1-2 teaspoons salt, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Or use 4 cloves of minced garlic.
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½-1 teaspoon red chili flakes, optional Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 16 oz gnocchi Use gluten-free gnocchi if needed.
  • 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half Substitute with almond milk for a lighter version.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Use Gruyere or Monterey Jack as alternatives.

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your ingredients and tools.
  2. Chop the bacon, dice the onions, and slice the carrots.
Cooking
  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels.
  2. Add butter or olive oil to the pot and sauté the diced onions and sliced carrots for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Stir in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and optional chili flakes to the soup.
  5. Reduce heat to low, and stir in the heavy cream followed by the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  6. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions, usually about 2 minutes.
  7. Fold the crispy bacon back into the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes et conservation

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Add fresh herbs for extra flavor before serving.