Irish Bacon, Cabbage, and Potato Soup

A comforting and hearty soup made with crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and sweet cabbage, perfect for chilly days.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: Irish

Calories: 300

Main Ingredients

4 slices bacon Crisping it up will give our soup a smoky depth of flavor.
1 medium onion, chopped Adds a lovely sweetness when sautéed.
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced Creamy and filling; they will give the soup its hearty texture.
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth Use homemade if you can!
2 cups cabbage, chopped Adds a delightful crunch and sweetness when cooked down.
to taste salt and pepper Essential for enhancing all the flavors.
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional) Helps to caramelize your onions even more.
for garnish Fresh parsley (optional) Adds color and freshness at the end.

Cooking Steps

In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving some drippings in the pot.
Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until it's translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced potatoes and let them cook for a few minutes to soak up the bacon drippings.
Pour in the broth and bring everything to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Toss in the chopped cabbage and the crispy bacon bits back into the pot. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Don’t rush the bacon! If you like your soup thicker, mash some cooked potatoes against the pot side. Keep the cabbage crunchy by not overcooking it.