Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan
Indulge in a comforting plate of Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan, where pillowy gnocchi meet a rich, creamy sauce infused with crispy bacon and sharp cheese. This delightful dish is perfect for any occasion, bringing the warmth of Italian cuisine right to your table. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a meal that’s both satisfying and impressive.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb gnocchi (fresh or store-bought)
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy (6-8 minutes). Remove bacon but leave some fat in the skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the remaining bacon fat for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to combine with garlic and bacon.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the hot gnocchi while stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 220mg