Description
Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan is a comforting dish that perfectly balances creamy sauce and savory flavors. Soft, pillowy gnocchi enveloped in a luscious carbonara sauce made with crispy bacon and rich Parmesan creates an unforgettable meal. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is easy to prepare yet feels gourmet. Indulge in a symphony of flavors that will have everyone at your table asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh gnocchi
- 6 ounces thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy (5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks with heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan and black pepper.
- Add drained gnocchi to the skillet. Remove from heat and quickly mix in the egg mixture until evenly coated.
- If needed, adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 220mg