Warm up with a cozy bowl of Irish Bacon, Cabbage, and Potato Soup. This hearty, rustic dish is full of simple ingredients that come together to create big, comforting flavor.
Smoky bacon, tender potatoes, sweet cabbage, and a savory broth make this the perfect soup for chilly days—and it brings a little taste of Ireland right into your kitchen.
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Prep time: about 10–15 minutes
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Cook time: about 25 minutes
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Servings: about 4
Ingredients
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6 slices Irish bacon or thick-cut bacon, diced
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1 large onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups chicken broth
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2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
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4 cups cabbage, chopped
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2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced Irish bacon and cook until crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot.
Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, stirring occasionally so the garlic doesn’t burn.
Stir in the diced potatoes, then pour in the chicken broth.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Add the chopped cabbage and the cooked bacon back into the pot.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Simmer for another 5–7 minutes, until the cabbage is tender but not mushy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if using.
Serve hot and enjoy every comforting bite.
Tips & Serving Ideas
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For a slightly creamier texture, mash a few of the potatoes in the pot before serving.
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Add a pinch of dried thyme or a bay leaf while simmering for extra flavor.
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Serve with warm crusty bread or Irish soda bread for a complete, cozy meal.
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This soup reheats well and tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
This Irish Bacon, Cabbage, and Potato Soup is simple, hearty, and soul-warming—perfect for cold evenings, St. Patrick’s Day, or any time you’re craving real comfort in a bowl.
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