Cheddar Gnocchi Soup – A Rich and Creamy Comfort Meal
Warm up your chilly evenings with this comforting Cheddar Gnocchi Soup – A Rich and Creamy Comfort Meal. This delightful dish blends creamy cheddar cheese, tender gnocchi, and crispy turkey bacon into a hearty bowl of goodness that comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, each spoonful envelops you in warmth and satisfaction. With easy-to-find ingredients and flexible options to customize, you’ll have a cozy favorite that everyone will love. Grab your pot and prepare for a delicious experience that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 portions 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 large diced onion
- 2 large peeled and sliced carrots
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 16 oz gnocchi
- 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (medium or sharp)
- Optional: crispy turkey bacon or plant-based alternative
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and sliced carrots until tender.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and optional chili flakes.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted into a creamy mixture.
- Add gnocchi; cook for about two minutes until soft.
- Mix in crispy turkey bacon pieces before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg