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Photo Credit: Elizabeth Newman

Spicy Baked Gnocchi with Bacon

10 MINPrep Time
1 HRCook Time
6Servings
(1)
by Giadzy
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Photo Credit: Elizabeth Newman
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Pasta alla bechamel is Giada’s all-time favorite pasta dish, and this spicy baked gnocchi with bacon is kicked up a notch. Lusciously creamy with gooey fontina cheese, it’s a perfectly decadent meal for an occasion. Calabrian chili paste gives it a zingy warmth throughout, without being overwhelmingly spicy (but if you’re making this for a heat enthusiast, feel free to add more of it!). Bake it all in the oven until it’s golden-brown bubbly perfection for a show stopping main course. 

The beauty of this recipe is that you can assemble it a day or two ahead of time if needed, and throw it in the oven when it’s time to eat.

Spicy Baked Gnocchi with Bacon

 

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Spicy Baked Gnocchi with Bacon

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Category

Pasta

Servings

6

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

1 hour

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. To a large oven-proof saucepan, add the oil and bacon and place over medium heat. Cook, stirring often until the fat is rendered and the bacon is golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate. Remove all but 3 tablespoons of fat from the pan and return to medium heat. Add the shallots and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until fragrant and soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in the flour until smooth and cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk until fully combine. Bring to a simmer, whisking often, until the mixture is thickened slightly and smooth. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and Calabrian chili paste and simmer until the flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the fontina cheese until smooth. Add the gnocchi to the pan and toss to combine. Stir in the half of the reserved bacon. Top with the remaining bacon and remaining 1/2 cup parmesan cheese. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, 30 to 40 minutes. Allow the gnocchi to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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Nutrition

Nutrition

Nutrition Serving Size
6
per serving
Calories
780
Amount/Serving % Daily Value
Carbs
68 grams
Protein
36 grams
Fat
40 grams
Saturated Fat
19 grams
Cholestrol
102 milligrams
Sodium
885 milligrams
Fiber
3 grams
Sugar
10 grams

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2 comments

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    Cynthia - May 23
    ★★★★★
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    Love this recipe and would like to download to my cookbook program. Do you not allow this because it didn’t work.

    The Giadzy Kitchen - May 23

    Ciao Cynthia! Glad you love the recipe! Right now, you can print it or save it as a PDF on your PC. We’re working on adding more features for easy downloading in the future.

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