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Irish Bacon Cabbage And Potato Soup Recipe

Irish Bacon Cabbage And Potato Soup Recipe

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Hearty, simple, and soul-warming—that’s the heart of traditional Irish food. This Irish Bacon Cabbage And Potato Soup Recipe combines rustic ingredients with rich, comforting flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Irish
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Chopping board
  • Ladle
  • Measuring cups
  • Peeler

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Irish back bacon diced
  • 1/2 head green cabbage chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup whole milk or cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Heat butter in a large soup pot.
  • Add diced bacon. Cook until slightly crisp.
  • Stir in onions and garlic. Cook until soft.
  • Add chopped potatoes and cabbage to pot.
  • Pour in broth and stir everything well.
  • Bring soup to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce heat. Let it simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Check that potatoes are soft.
  • Stir in milk. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
  • Add salt, pepper, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  1. Use Irish back bacon for authentic flavor.
  2. For creamier soup, mash some potatoes.
  3. Use homemade broth if possible.
  4. Don’t overcook the cabbage—it should stay tender.
  5. Add a dash of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Keyword Irish Bacon Cabbage And Potato Soup Recipe