Name: Creamy Asparagus Bacon Gnocchi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 5 slices bacon -; 8 oz. asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces -; Kosher salt -; Freshly ground black pepper -; 1 to 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil (optional) -; 1 medium shallot, finely chopped -; 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving -; 1 lb. fresh gnocchi -; 3/4 c. heavy cream -; 3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth -; 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan -

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Ingredients for - Creamy Asparagus Bacon Gnocchi

1. 5 slices bacon -

2. 8 oz. asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces -

3. Kosher salt -

4. Freshly ground black pepper -

5. 1 to 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil (optional) -

6. 1 medium shallot, finely chopped -

7. 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving -

8. 1 lb. fresh gnocchi -

9. 3/4 c. heavy cream -

10. 3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth -

11. 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan -

How to cook deliciously - Creamy Asparagus Bacon Gnocchi

1. Stage

In a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon, turning occasionally, until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Using tongs, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. When cool enough to handle, break into small, bite-size pieces.

2. Stage

Pour off excess fat into a small heatproof bowl, keeping enough to coat bottom of pan; reserve bacon fat for another use. Return pan to medium heat and add asparagus; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a medium bowl.

3. Stage

Pour oil into pan if pan looks dry and heat over medium heat. Cook shallot and thyme, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.

4. Stage

Add gnocchi, cream, broth, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, cover pan, and cook 4 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until sauce has thickened to desired consistency, 1 to 2 minutes more.

5. Stage

Remove pan from heat and stir in asparagus and Parmesan. Top with bacon and more thyme.