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Hearty Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Hearty bacon cheddar gnocchi soup brings comfort from Italian roots with American cheese and crispy bacon twists. Creamy potato base and pillowy gnocchi create a satisfying meal you'll crave on chilly evenings.

Original recipe: pictureperfectmeals.com

Yield:
5 servings
Prep:
10 min
Cook:
20 min
Total:
30 min
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Hearty Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Ingredients

  1. 6 slices bacon, chopped
  2. 1 lb (454 g) potato gnocchi
  3. 2 cups (226 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  4. 4 cups (32 fl oz) chicken broth
  5. 1 ½ cups (12 fl oz) heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  6. 3 tbsps unsalted butter
  7. 3 tbsps all-purpose flour
  8. 1 small onion, diced
  9. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  10. 2 cups baby spinach (optional, for freshness)
  11. ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  12. ¼ tsp black pepper
  13. ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth)
  14. 2 tbsps chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bacon Preparation: Crisp bacon in a spacious pot over medium heat until golden-brown and perfectly rendered, then transfer to a plate while reserving the flavorful drippings.
  2. Vegetable Sauté: Utilize the bacon fat to soften aromatic vegetables, creating a rich foundational layer for the soup’s complex flavor profile.
  3. Roux Development: Dust flour over the vegetable mixture, stirring consistently to craft a smooth thickening base that will provide substantial body to the soup.
  4. Liquid Integration: Methodically whisk chicken broth and milk into the roux, ensuring a silky, lump-free liquid that forms the soup’s creamy foundation.
  5. Gnocchi Cooking: Gently introduce gnocchi into the simmering broth, allowing them to cook tenderly and absorb the surrounding savory essence.
  6. Cheese Incorporation: Melt sharp cheddar cheese thoroughly into the soup, creating a luxurious, velvety texture that binds all ingredients together.
  7. Final Assembly: Reintroduce crispy bacon pieces, season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs, then garnish with additional cheese or fresh herbs before serving piping hot.