Sun-Dried Tomato and whipped Goat Cheese Gnocchi

I used store-bought gnocchi for this recipe, I figured it would cut down on preparation time and the store-bought gnocchi is just as good. I have made homemade gnocchi in the past, it’s fairly easy, just time-consuming and who has time these days? You can find sun-dried tomatoes in a jar with oil, typically in the Italian section of your local grocery store. The oil from the sundried tomatoes is the secret ingredient, it adds so much flavor and a little goes a long way. If you are not a fan of kale, go ahead and use another leafy green you prefer. I love the way the kale gets tender and even tastier when tossed in the flavorful bacon fat and flavored oil.

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Step 1

Heat a large heavy bottomed pan over medium heat. Add chopped bacon to pan and cook until browned, about 6 minutes.

Step 2

Add gnocchi to boiling water, and cook until gnocchi floats to the top of the pot about 3 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

Add gnocchi to the pan with bacon and sauté on medium heat until browned about 5 minutes. Add garlic, chopped kale, reserved oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes, and roasted red peppers to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, sauté another 5 minutes until kale is slightly wilted.

Step 4

While the gnocchi is cooking, place goat cheese, sundried tomatoes, and basil into a blender or food processor. Blend for 1 minute until light and fluffy.

Step 5

Spread whipped goat cheese onto a serving plate and top with gnocchi, or you can mix whipped goat cheese into gnocchi before serving. Garnish with chopped basil. Serve immediately and enjoy.

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