Description
A creamy and hearty soup featuring tender gnocchi, crispy bacon, and rich cheddar cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions.
- Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Top with crispy bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg