Gnocchi Carbonara with Turkey & Parmesan for Cozy Evenings
Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Evenings is a warm embrace in a bowl, perfect for chilly nights. This creamy dish features soft potato gnocchi enveloped in a luscious sauce made from fresh eggs and rich Parmesan cheese, complemented by savory turkey bacon for added depth. Each bite delivers nostalgia and comfort, making it ideal for intimate dinners or family gatherings. With its simplicity and flavor, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Gather your loved ones and enjoy the experience of savoring this delightful Italian-inspired dish!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g potato gnocchi
- 150 g turkey bacon (or turkey strips)
- 2 large eggs
- 60 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the potato gnocchi and cook until they float (about 2–3 minutes). Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook diced turkey bacon until crispy (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté on medium-low until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with garlic, along with crispy turkey bacon. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan cheese. Pour over gnocchi mixture while stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce using residual heat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg