Description
This creamy pancetta gnocchi features tender gnocchi coated with a savory sauce made from crispy pancetta, eggs, and cheese, making it a comforting meal for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 ounces guanciale or pancetta, diced
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
- freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, whole egg, Pecorino Romano, and Parmigiano Reggiano. Season with freshly ground black pepper and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the gnocchi.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced guanciale or pancetta and cook until crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling water according to package directions until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water before draining.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the guanciale or pancetta and garlic. Toss to coat in the rendered fat.
- Slowly whisk 1/4 cup of the reserved hot gnocchi water into the egg and cheese mixture to temper it.
- With the skillet off the heat, quickly pour the egg mixture over the gnocchi, stirring constantly to create a creamy sauce. Adjust the thickness by adding more reserved pasta water as needed.
- Return the skillet to low heat, stirring until the sauce is silky and coats the gnocchi evenly. Avoid overheating to prevent scrambling the eggs. Adjust the seasoning with more black pepper if necessary.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use guanciale instead of pancetta.
Make sure to whisk the egg mixture off the heat to prevent scrambling.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 210mg