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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Gnocchi Soup

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A cozy, creamy soup featuring roasted garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pillowy potato gnocchi simmered in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) potato gnocchi, store-bought or homemade
  • 3 tablespoons (43 g) unsalted butter
  • 6 large garlic cloves, peeled and roasted
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cups (950 ml) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (100 g) fresh Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried, optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place peeled garlic cloves on a small baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil or melted butter, and roast for 15-20 minutes until golden and soft. Set aside to cool.
  2. While garlic roasts, finely chop onion, carrots, and celery.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 7-8 minutes until veggies soften and onions turn translucent.
  4. Mash the cooled roasted garlic cloves with a fork and stir into the pot along with fresh thyme. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  6. Add 1 pound potato gnocchi to the simmering broth. Cook for 3-4 minutes until gnocchi float to the top, stirring gently to prevent sticking.
  7. Lower heat to medium-low. Slowly stir in 1 cup heavy cream, then add 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese melts and soup thickens slightly. Avoid boiling vigorously.
  8. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

If soup is too thick, stir in more broth or cream to adjust consistency. Roasting garlic mellows its sharpness and adds depth. Use fresh Parmesan for best melting and flavor. Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling. For gluten-free, use gluten-free gnocchi. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with dairy-free alternatives or nutritional yeast. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently and add broth if needed. Freeze soup base without gnocchi to avoid mushiness.

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Keywords: gnocchi soup, creamy soup, garlic soup, Parmesan soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, cozy meal

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