Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Gnocchi Carbonara
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Carefully add the 500 g of potato gnocchi to the water, cooking them according to the package instructions. Keep an eye on them; they are ready when they float to the surface, usually takes about 2–3 minutes. Once cooked, drain the gnocchi and set them aside.
- In a nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 150 g of diced bacon and sauté for approximately 5-7 minutes or until crispy. Once crispy, add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- While the bacon is cooking, crack 2 large eggs into a bowl and whisk with 60 g of grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy, creating the sauce base.
- Add the drained gnocchi to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the bacon fat. Toss gently, allowing flavors to meld for about 1-2 minutes on low heat.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Pour the egg and Parmesan mixture over the warm gnocchi and bacon, stirring continuously to create a velvety sauce without scrambling.
- Season generously with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot and creamy.
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Notes
Best enjoyed immediately as the sauce is creamiest when freshly prepared.
