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Gnocchi with Beef, Bacon, and Original Harissa

Name: Gnocchi with Beef, Bacon, and Original Harissa
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 0 2 slices of back bacon, fat removed, chopped; 0 3 shallots, finely diced; 0 1 carrot, finely diced; 0 2 small stalks of celery, finely diced; 0 3 cloves of garlic, crushed; 0 400g (14oz) of extra lean beef mince (ground beef); 0 ½ tablespoon of dried mixed herbs; 0 400g (14oz) of chopped tomatoes, canned; 0 3 tablespoons of tomato paste (puree); 0 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar; 0 1 teaspoon of granulated sweetener or sugar (optional); 0 240ml (1 cup) of chicken or beef stock; 0 1 ½ tablespoons Dalia's Pantry Original Harissa; 0 500g (17.5oz) pack of gnocchi; 0 120g (4.2oz) of mature cheddar, grated; 0 Olive oil cooking spray; 0 Salt and black pepper; 0 A few fresh basil leaves, torn

July 22, 2024

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Gnocchi with Beef, Bacon, and Original Harissa

This hearty and flavourful gnocchi dish features extra lean beef mince, savoury bacon, and fresh vegetables in a rich tomato and Original Harissa sauce. Topped with mature cheddar and fresh basil, this meal is both comforting and delicious.

Servings: 4

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Prep Time: 0 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 45 mins

Ingredients

Instructions

Ingredients

2 slices of back bacon, fat removed, chopped
3 shallots, finely diced
1 carrot, finely diced
2 small stalks of celery, finely diced
3 cloves of garlic, crushed
400g (14oz) of extra lean beef mince (ground beef)
½ tablespoon of dried mixed herbs
400g (14oz) of chopped tomatoes, canned
3 tablespoons of tomato paste (puree)
1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon of granulated sweetener or sugar (optional)
240ml (1 cup) of chicken or beef stock
1 ½ tablespoons Dalia's Pantry Original Harissa
500g (17.5oz) pack of gnocchi
120g (4.2oz) of mature cheddar, grated
Olive oil cooking spray
Salt and black pepper
A few fresh basil leaves, torn

Instructions

Prepare the Bacon and Vegetables

Spray a frying pan over medium-high heat with olive oil spray. Add the bacon and fry until golden, then remove and set aside.
Spray the pan with more olive oil spray, add the shallots, carrot, and celery, and fry to soften. Add a little water or stock to prevent sticking if needed.

Cook the Beef

Add the garlic and ground beef to the pan and cook until browned.

Build the Sauce

dd the bacon back in along with the mixed herbs, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, sweetener (or sugar), stock, balsamic vinegar, and Dalia's Pantry Original Harissa. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the sauce is rich and thickened.

Cook the Gnocchi

Drop in the gnocchi and stir to combine. Cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes until the gnocchi is cooked, stirring occasionally to ensure it doesn't stick. Add more stock if the gnocchi absorbs too much liquid.

Finish and Serve

Taste the sauce and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheddar, and place under the broiler/grill for about 4 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
Scatter with fresh torn basil and enjoy!

Notes

Ingredient Substitution: You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option instead of beef mince.

Vegetarian Version: Replace the beef with lentils or a meat substitute and use vegetable stock.

Harissa: Adjust the amount of Original Harissa to your taste preference for spiciness.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating: Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.