Cauliflower Gnocchi with Bacon and Quick Alfredo Sauce
A bag of frozen cauliflower gnocchi can go a long way to creating a balanced dinner with crispy bacon, peas and a creamy and quick four ingredient Alfredo sauce.
Servings 2
Calories 990kcal
Ingredients
- ½ pound applewood smoked bacon
- 1 (12-ounce ) package cauliflower gnocchi
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon diced chives
Instructions
- Add the bacon to a large sauté pan, and cook over medium heat until the fat has rendered and the bacon is crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon to a bowl, cover and set aside.
- Return the pan to heat, reserving about 2 tablespoons (24g) of the rendered bacon fat. Add the cauliflower gnocchi and cook, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi are crispy all over, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Remove the gnocchi to a bowl and set aside. Return the pan to medium heat, add the butter and allow to melt. Add the peas, sautéing until thawed and tender, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the cream to the pan, cooking and stirring occasionally, until the cream reduces slightly, about 5 minutes. Gradually add the cheese, stirring constantly until it’s blended completely into the sauce.
- Return the gnocchi and bacon to the pan, stirring to combine. Divide among serving bowls and garnish with additional cheese and the chives.
Notes
Substitute the cauliflower gnocchi with your favorite pasta shape or with potato gnocchi.
Nutrition
Calories: 990kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 90g | Saturated Fat: 44g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 32g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 204mg | Sodium: 1176mg | Potassium: 508mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2257IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 374mg | Iron: 2mg
