Boursin, Bacon and Broccoli Gnocchi: A Comfort Food Delight

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh gnocchi
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 6 ounces Boursin cheese (garlic and herb flavor)
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 Prise Salt (to taste)
• 1 Prise Pepper (to taste)
• 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
• 1 cup Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
2. In the same skillet, add the olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still bright green. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove the broccoli mixture from the skillet and set aside.
3. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions (usually 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface). Once done, drain and let them cool for a minute.
4. In the same skillet used for the bacon and broccoli, add the cooked gnocchi. Gently toss to coat in the remaining bacon fat. Next, carefully fold in the Boursin cheese until it melts and creates a creamy sauce. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta cooking water to loosen it.
5. Stir in the cooked broccoli and crispy bacon into the gnocchi mixture, making sure everything is well combined and warmed through.
6. Plate the gnocchi and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish. Enjoy warm!