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Irish Bacon Cabbage Potato Soup Recipe

Irish Bacon Cabbage Potato Soup Recipe
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This hearty Irish Bacon Cabbage Potato Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish combining tender cabbage, diced potatoes, and crispy Irish bacon simmered in a savory chicken broth. Perfect for family meals, this soup delivers a delightful blend of classic Irish flavors in a warm, satisfying bowl.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables

  • 2 cups chopped cabbage
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Meat

  • 1 cup diced Irish bacon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by gathering all the necessary ingredients for the soup, including Irish bacon, cabbage, potatoes, onions, garlic, and seasonings. Chop all vegetables accordingly.
  2. Cook the Bacon: In a large pot over medium heat, add Irish bacon. Cook until browned and fat is rendered. Remove bacon, leaving the fat in the pot.
  3. Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the bacon fat. Sauté until onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add the Potatoes: Add peeled and diced potatoes to the pot, stirring to coat them in the bacon fat and onion mixture for flavor.
  5. Incorporate the Cabbage: Add chopped cabbage and stir well to combine with potatoes and onions.
  6. Return the Bacon: Crumble the cooked bacon back into the pot, mixing thoroughly with the vegetables.
  7. Add Liquid: Pour in chicken broth to cover all ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
  8. Season the Soup: Add dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste, stirring well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
  9. Simmer: Let the soup simmer gently for 20-30 minutes, or until potatoes and cabbage are tender and flavors meld.
  10. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra bacon or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
  • You can substitute Irish bacon with thick-cut smoked bacon if unavailable.
  • Adjust salt carefully as bacon and broth add natural saltiness.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and use vegetable broth.
  • The soup freezes well for up to 3 months; reheat thoroughly before serving.

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Keywords: Irish bacon soup, cabbage potato soup, Irish recipes, hearty soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe

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