Description
Bacon Cabbage and Potato Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort on chilly evenings. This easy-to-make soup combines crispy bacon, tender cabbage, and creamy Yukon gold potatoes, simmered to perfection in a flavorful chicken broth. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, each spoonful envelops you in warmth and satisfaction. Enjoy the delightful blend of smoky and savory flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels while keeping the drippings.
- Sauté chopped onions in the bacon drippings until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and diced potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and thyme to taste. Serve warm with additional bacon on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg