Grilled Gnocchi Pigskins With Poblano Cream Blitz
- 1 lb. potato gnocchi, cooked according to package directions, drained
- 12 strips applewood smoked bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped roasted and peeled poblano chile
- 2/3 cup light cream
- 1/3 cup Mexican sour cream
- 1 cup freshly grated cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup diced fresh tomato, no seeds
- 1-2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley (to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1. Cook gnocchi according to directions on package. Drain well.
- 2. Pre-cook bacon strips until they are just done, but not crispy (oven, grill, or stovetop works). Reserve 3 tbsp. fat from the cooked bacon. Transfer bacon to a plate and cut into 2-3 inch pieces.
- 3. Wrap each cooked gnocchi with a piece of bacon and secure with a pick.
- 4. Place the reserved bacon fat in a large saute' pan or skillet. Over medium heat, add shallot and cook until tender. Add chopped chiles, light cream, and sour cream. Bring to a simmer. Transfer to a bowl and stir in cheese, tomato, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. If too thick, add a little water or extra cream (can depend on the amount of liquid in the chiles and the tomato).
- 5. When ready to finish cooking, grill the Gnocchi Pigskins over medium heat, covered, until bacon is crisp.
- 6.Serve with the Poblano Cream Blitz for dipping.
- Note: This entire recipe can be prepared at the tailgate or at home, but I recommend completing steps 1, 2, and 3 at home, then packing up and finishing with Steps 4, 5, and 6 at the game.
potato gnocchi, bacon, onion, chile, light cream, sour cream, cotija cheese, fresh tomato, parsley, salt
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/grilled-gnocchi-pigskins-with-poblano-cream-blitz-50055925 (may not work)