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Irish Bacon, Cabbage, and Potato Soup Recipe

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This traditional Irish Bacon, Cabbage, and Potato Soup is a hearty and comforting dish packed with crispy bacon, tender cabbage, and soft potatoes simmered in a flavorful chicken stock. Perfect for chilly days, this soup combines rustic ingredients to create a warming, satisfying meal that showcases classic Irish flavors.

Ingredients

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Bacon and Vegetables

  • 1/2 lb bacon (cut into quarter pieces)
  • 1 onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 cabbage (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 lb potatoes (washed and diced)
  • 1 carrot (peeled and finely sliced)

Soup Base and Seasoning

  • 4 to 5 cups chicken stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Kosher salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)

Garnish

  • Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: In the same pot with the bacon fat, add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Then add the sliced carrot and cook for an additional 2 minutes to slightly tenderize.
  3. Add potatoes and cabbage: Stir in the diced potatoes and chopped cabbage. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste, and cook for 3-4 minutes to let the vegetables soften slightly and absorb flavors.
  4. Add stock and simmer: Pour in the chicken stock and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes and cabbage are tender and fully cooked.
  5. Reintroduce bacon and adjust seasoning: Return the cooked bacon pieces to the pot and stir through. Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm for a cozy meal.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock and omit bacon.
  • Bacon fat adds depth, but you can use olive oil for a lighter option.
  • Adjust stock quantity for preferred soup thickness.
  • Potatoes can be peeled or unpeeled based on preference.
  • This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Irish soup, bacon soup, cabbage soup, potato soup, comfort food, traditional Irish recipe

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