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Creamy Bacon and Mushroom Gnocchi

rich, creamy, and packed with flavor — the perfect comfort food dinner.

Ingredients

  • 350 g Gnocchi
  • 125 g Bacon
  • 200 g Mushrooms
  • 1-2 garlic cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 150 ml Chicken broth
  • 100 g Cream cheese
  • 200 ml Light cream (18%)
  • Grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy. Transfer it to a plate.

  2. 2

    In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add the mushrooms and cook until nicely browned.

  4. 4

    Pour in the chicken broth and light cream. Add the cream cheese and stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

  5. 5

    Season with smoked paprika and oregano. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

  6. 6

    Add the gnocchi directly to the sauce, cover with a lid, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.

  7. 7

    Stir the bacon back in, add grated Parmesan, season with black pepper and salt if needed, then serve.