Irish Bacon & Cabbage Soup
A comforting, rustic soup featuring crispy Irish bacon simmered with tender potatoes, fragrant onions, and hearty cabbage in a savory broth. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a taste of the Emerald Isle in every bowl.
Ingredients
- 6 slices of Irish bacon or thick-cut bacon diced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 large potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 cups cabbage chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Heat oil or butter in a large pot.
- Add diced bacon and cook until crispy, 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic for 4–5 minutes until soft.
- Add potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add cabbage and cooked bacon. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/irish-bacon-and-cabbage-soup/
Notes
- Broth Variations: Swap chicken broth for vegetable stock or beef broth for deeper flavor.
- Potato Swap: Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare through Step 3, cool, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Reheat, then add cabbage and bacon as directed.