Gnocchi Carbonara Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the Bacon

   In a large skillet over medium heat, add the bacon lardons and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

2. 2

   Cook the Gnocchi

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potato gnocchi and cook according to package instructions, typically around 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the gnocchi.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the bacon and rendered fat. Toss to combine over low heat. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and freshly cracked black pepper.

4. 4

   Create the Sauce

   Remove the skillet from heat and quickly stir in the egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until a creamy sauce forms, about 1/4 to 1/2 cup.

5. 5

   Serve

   Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper.