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Creamy Brie and Bacon Gnocchi

Creamy Brie and Bacon Gnocchi for a Cozy Weeknight Treat

This creamy brie and bacon gnocchi recipe transforms comfort food into a quick weeknight treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 oz Pancetta Substitute with bacon if desired
  • 2 tbsp Butter Ghee can be used as a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; can use garlic powder at half the amount
  • 1 medium Onion Diced; shallots can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 8 oz Brie Cheese Substitute with cream cheese or cashew cream if desired
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used as a dairy-free option
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Powder Regular paprika or chili powder is a good alternative
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley Substitute with basil or chives for different flavors
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Begin by slicing the pancetta into thin pieces, mincing the garlic, and dicing the onion.
  2. Cook the Pancetta: In a large skillet, fry the pancetta over medium heat until golden brown and crispy, then set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté until translucent.
  4. Make the Sauce: Pour in the broth, then add brie cheese. Stir until brie has melted, then add heavy cream and smoked paprika.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: Simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened to a creamy consistency.
  6. Combine with Gnocchi: Add the gnocchi to the sauce and let it cook a few minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  7. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in pancetta and parsley, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Garnish with extra chopped parsley for added color.

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