Description
This creamy, comforting Gnocchi Soup with Bacon Cheddar is like a warm hug in a bowl, perfect for a chilly evening. With soft potato gnocchi, sharp cheddar cheese, and savory bacon, it’s a simple yet incredibly satisfying one-pot meal that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half-and-half (or heavy cream)
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add gnocchi and cook according to package directions, about 3–4 minutes or until gnocchi float.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in half-and-half, cheddar cheese, and smoked paprika. Stir gently until cheese melts and soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with crumbled turkey bacon and chopped chives. Serve hot.
Notes
Keep heat low after adding dairy to prevent curdling. Don’t overcook gnocchi to avoid mushiness. Taste and adjust seasoning based on broth and bacon saltiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: gnocchi soup, bacon cheddar soup, creamy soup, comfort food