Gnocchi with Cosmic Crisp^® Apple, Bacon, and Sage Butter

Directions

To make the Gnocchi with Cosmic Crisp^® Apple, Bacon, and Sage Butter:

1. Heat a large deep frying pan over medium heat and add the chopped bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
2. Remove the bacon from the pan and discard most of the bacon grease, leaving about a tablespoon of grease in the pan.
3. Add the butter to the pan and let it melt. When it begins to bubble and froth, whisk in the sage, apple, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sage is soft and the apple is somewhat tender but still has a bite, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi according to package directions.
5. Add the cooked gnocchi and the bacon back to the pan and toss to coat in the butter sauce and combine all ingredients.
6. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan if desired.