Bacon Alfredo Gnocchi

Rich in flavor (and in calories!), this recipe is perfect for these difficult overnight backpacking trips.

Ingredients

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• 1 package of 17.6 oz (500g) gnocchi
• 3.25 oz. (92g) pre-cooked bacon
• 1 can 7.6 fl. oz. (225 ml) table cream (I used Table Cream by Nestlé)
• 2 tbsp. (30 ml) dried chives
• 1 tbsp. (15 ml) dried parsley
• ⅓ cup (80 ml) parmigiano reggiano, shredded
• ¼ tsp. (1 ml) salt
• ½ tsp. (2 ml) black pepper, grounded

Equipment

• Stove + fuel
• Pot large enough for 2 liters (8 cups)
• Lightweight pan
• Wooden spoon to mix
• Knife or penknife
• Bowls to eat (you could always eat directly in the pot, no judgement here!)
• Sporks or forks!

Before trip

1. Mix in a plastic bag : dried chives, dried parsley, parmigiano reggiano, salt and black pepper.

At camp

1. Cut or shred the bacon in small pieces.
2. Sauté the bacon in the pan until it is a little crispy.
3. Bring about 1 L of water to boil.
4. Add the gnocchi.
5. Cook until gnocchi float on the water.
6. Drain.
7. Add to the pan with the bacon and sauté for a few minutes.
8. Add the cream and the parmigiano mix.
9. Mix well and enjoy!