Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Bacon and Sage

By tammy1365

Ingredients

• 2 (9-ounce) packages refrigerated sweet potato gnocchi (such as Nuovo)
• 2 thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon slices, chopped
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 12 fresh sage leaves, coarsely chopped
• 3/4 ounce pecorino Romano cheese, grated (about 3 tablespoons)
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from myrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain.

2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bacon to pan; cook 8 minutes or until crisp, stirring frequently. Remove bacon from pan; drain on a paper towel. Reserve 1 1/2 tablespoons drippings in pan; discard remaining drippings.

3. Add butter to drippings; cook 1 minute. Add sage; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add gnocchi to pan; sauté 1 minute or until lightly browned. Divide gnocchi evenly among 4 plates. Top each serving evenly with bacon, cheese, and pepper. Serve immediately.