Description
Comforting and quick, this Gnocchi Carbonara combines crispy bacon, silky egg sauce, and cheese for a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Potato gnocchi, homemade or store bought
- 6 oz Bacon (Use good quality bacon.)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp Parsley, Fresh (For garnish)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided (½ cup for the sauce, plus extra for serving)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (For cooking)
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.
- Cook the potato gnocchi according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 eggs and ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Cooking
- Add the minced garlic to the bacon fat and cook for 30–60 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat in the bacon fat.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Immediately pour in the egg and Parmesan mixture, tossing continuously until it forms a creamy sauce.
- Stir in the crispy bacon and season with black pepper. Taste and add salt only if needed.
Serving
- Serve in warm bowls and garnish with parsley, more grated Parmesan, and cracked black pepper.
Notes
For added greens, stir in baby spinach just before serving. If you want a hint of brightness, squeeze lemon juice over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian