This Loaded Pierogi Soup is a delicious and healthy Ukrainian soup with all the flavors of loaded pierogies! Bacon, potatoes, cheddar cheese, cabbage, fried onions and sour cream are combined to create a creamy blended soup that's hearty enough for a meal!
½cup bacon, cooked and chopped into small pieces (not as small as bacon bits- see photo in instructions)* I use pre-cooked bacon because it is faster and sooo much less messy!
In large saucepan, melt butter and saute onion. Add garlic (if using)
Add potatoes, cabbage, celery seed and chicken stock.
Simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Meanwhile, cook bacon in microwave (if using pre-cooked) or on stove top. Remove as much grease as possible by patting with a paper towel and chop. Set aside.
Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon and add to food processor.
Combine removed vegetables with flour, milk and sour cream in food processor or blender. Puree in food processor or blender until smooth. * It's best to puree in 2 batches.
Return puree to soup. Then add cheese and bacon and reheat. Add salt and pepper to your liking.
Garnish
Garnish with bacon bits, dill and if desired, bits of grated cheese and/or sour cream (optional)
You can add the bacon with the vegetables and puree them together (I did this when I had dental surgery!)
🍽 EquipmentYou are going to need a food processer (affiliate link) for this recipe. However, if you don't have a food processer, you could do it in a blender in smaller batches. I also recommend getting this Scoop n' drain spoon (affiliate link). I recently bought it from my friend's Pampered Chef party and it's life altering! It's also great for scooping perogies!My Amazon Recommendations (affiliate links)
Nutrition Facts
📋 Loaded Pierogi Soup Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 33mg11%
Sodium 816mg35%
Potassium 1070mg31%
Carbohydrates 48g16%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 14g28%
Vitamin A 266IU5%
Vitamin C 42mg51%
Calcium 108mg11%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.