8-10 slices Bacon

1 Tablespoon Butter or Olive Oil

1 large Onion (diced)

2 large Carrots (peeled and sliced into small pieces)

4 cups Chicken Broth

1 to 2 teaspoons Salt

1 teaspoon Pepper

1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or 4 cloves minced garlic)

1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme

1/2 to 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes

16 ounces Gnocchi

2 cups Heavy Cream or Half-n-Half

2 cups Cheddar Cheese

Cook bacon. I list suggestions below on best ways to cook the bacon. Set aside. Once cooled, cut into small pieces.

Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the butter. Add onions and carrots in butter or olive oil and cook until until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Add chicken broth and let simmer.

Once the vegetables are soft and tender, reduce heat to medium-low and add heavy cream of half-n-half and all of the spices. Let simmer until it starts to reduce slightly. DO NOT let it boil or it may clump when the cheese is added.

Add the grated cheese in increments so that it doesn’t clump. Let the cheese completely melt. Stir in gnocchi and cook for 2 minutes. Taste for seasonings and add more salt and pepper as needed.

Add the bacon pieces. Serve with green onions, grated cheese, and bacon.

Notes

What is the best way to cook bacon?

You can cook bacon in several different ways. I prefer to cook bacon in the oven. To cook bacon in the oven, heat the over to 400 degrees. Line the baking sheet with 4 sheets of foil. Lay the bacon on the sheet and cook for 20-27 minutes or until desired crispiness. I usually cook my bacon for 25-27 minutes. Place on a paper towel lined plate.You can also cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat.

*adapted from https://www.modernhoney.com/