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Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup

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This creamy Bacon Cheddar Gnocchi Soup is a comforting blend of tender gnocchi, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for a cozy meal any day.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
  2. Add the butter to the bacon fat and melt. Stir in the diced onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic mixture and stir well to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook until the broth thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the potato gnocchi to the pot and cook according to package instructions until they float to the top.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. If using, stir in baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  8. Return the cooked bacon to the soup, stirring to combine. Serve hot with extra cheddar on top if desired.

Notes

For an extra kick, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of smoked paprika when cooking the onions.

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