A Very Special Gnocchi Recipe

Ingredients for A Very Special Gnocchi

• 1 pound gnocchi
• 4 slices bacon
• 1 cup thinly sliced leeks
• Unsalted Butter
• All Purpose Flour
• Skim Milk
• Parmesan Cheese
• Cheddar Cheese
• Cooked Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
• Baby Spinach Leaves

How to Make A Very Special Gnocchi

1. Cook 1 pound of gnocchi according to package directions. Set aside.
2. Cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp. Remove bacon from pan, crumble, and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
3. Sauté 1 cup of thinly sliced leeks in the reserved bacon fat until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
5. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour until smooth.
6. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, stirring constantly until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens.
7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 cup of shredded Gruyere cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
8. In a large bowl, gently combine the cooked gnocchi, crispy bacon, sautéed leeks, and cheese sauce.
9. Stir in 1 cup of fresh spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!