Bacon Cheeseburger Gnocchi Skillet (Print Version)
A hearty skillet dish blending beef, bacon, gnocchi, and cheese in a creamy tomato sauce for an easy dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins and Meats
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8 slices bacon, chopped
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1 lb ground beef
→ Produce
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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3 tablespoons chopped green onions
→ Dairy
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¾ cup heavy cream
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1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
→ Pantry
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 cup tomato sauce (no added sugar)
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¾ cup beef broth, low sodium
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1 package (about 16 oz) shelf-stable gnocchi
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
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Add ground beef to the skillet with bacon drippings and brown thoroughly over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir in chopped onion, salt, black pepper, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Pour off excess fat, leaving browned bits in the skillet. Add beef broth to deglaze, scraping the skillet bottom to release flavor. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add tomato sauce, remaining beef broth, and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir in gnocchi, coating each piece. Bring to a gentle bubble.
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Cover skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 5 minutes to allow gnocchi to soften and absorb flavors.
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Remove lid and stir to check tenderness of gnocchi. Sprinkle shredded Colby Jack cheese and cooked bacon evenly over the top. Cover again and allow cheese to melt, about 3 minutes, or transfer skillet to broiler briefly to achieve a golden crust.
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Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
# Additional Notes:
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to three days. Reheat gently with a splash of beef broth or cream to maintain sauce creaminess.