Ingredients
Scale
Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s gather all the ingredients you’ll need for this delightful soup. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 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 sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy, then remove and drain.
- Sauté the diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then add gnocchi and thyme; simmer until gnocchi floats.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the soup topped with crispy bacon and parsley if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using smoked bacon.
- This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Carnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg