Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights is the perfect cozy dish for busy families craving comfort food. This creamy, cheesy gnocchi recipe blends crispy bacon and Parmesan into a simple sauce that’s quick to make on weeknights. The pillowy gnocchi soaks up every bit of flavor for a satisfying meal. Pair it with my Crockpot Enchilada Meatballs for a full family dinner everyone will love.
Why You'll Love Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights – Easy Comfort Food
Try this easy Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights. A quick, family-friendly comfort food recipe loaded with crispy bacon & melty cheese!
- Ready in just 40 minutes – perfect for weeknights
- Creamy, cheesy sauce with crispy bacon bites
- Uses pantry staples and store-bought gnocchi for convenience
- Family-friendly and beginner-proof cooking steps
Ingredients for Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights – Easy Comfort Food
Bacon: Use thick-cut for more flavor; substitute with pancetta or turkey bacon for variations.Gnocchi: Store-bought makes it quick and easy; homemade gnocchi works great for a fresh touch.
- Bacon: Use thick-cut for more flavor; substitute with pancetta or turkey bacon for variations.
- Gnocchi: Store-bought makes it quick and easy; homemade gnocchi works great for a fresh touch.
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights – Easy Comfort Food are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights – Easy Comfort Food
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Cook the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving bacon fat in the pan.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Cook the gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface (about 2-3 minutes). Drain well.
Expert Tips for Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights – Easy Comfort Food
- Use room temperature eggs to prevent scrambling from residual heat.
- Drain gnocchi well to avoid watery sauce.
- For a lighter option, swap heavy cream for half-and-half.
Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights – Easy Comfort Food
Try this easy Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights. A quick, family-friendly comfort food recipe loaded with crispy bacon & melty cheese!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic for mild pungency
Optional Toppings
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes for some heat
Instructions
How to Make Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving bacon fat in the pan.
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface (about 2-3 minutes). Drain well.
- Sauté garlic and combine: In the bacon skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add drained gnocchi and cooked bacon back into the skillet. Remove from heat, then quickly pour egg and cheese mixture over gnocchi, tossing gently to coat – the residual heat will cook the sauce without scrambling the eggs.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately for best texture.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Gnocchi Carbonara with Bacon & Parmesan for Cozy Family Nights – Easy Comfort Food FAQs
It’s best enjoyed fresh as the creamy sauce can thicken and texture may change when stored. You can prep ingredients ahead but combine and cook last-minute.
You can substitute with half-and-half or full-fat milk, but the sauce will be slightly less rich and creamy.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat gently on the stove.
If the egg mixture is added over too high heat, the eggs scramble. Remove pan from heat before adding eggs and use residual heat to cook gently.
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