Irish Bacon Cabbage And Potato Soup Recipe
This Irish Bacon, Cabbage, and Potato Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for cold days. Made with crispy bacon, tender cabbage, and creamy potatoes, this traditional Irish soup is easy to prepare and packed with rich, savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 cups potatoes, diced
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic in bacon fat until softened.
- Add broth, potatoes, cabbage, and carrot. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in milk or cream (if using) and butter. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with crispy bacon and serve hot.
Notes
- Use smoked bacon for extra depth of flavor.
- Add a dash of white pepper for a subtle heat.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg