Bacon Cheddar Soup | Soup | Umami

Ingredients

• 12 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 medium white onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp Pink Himalayan Salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 tsp xanthan gum + 1 tbsp water
• 3 cups cooked chicken, cubed
• chives, garnish