Name: Gnocchi Mac and Cheese
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H25M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H30M0.000S
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup freshly grated sharp Cheddar; 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh parsley; 12 butter crackers (I like Ritz); 4 strips crisp cooked bacon; Kosher salt; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk, plus additional as needed; 1 cup canned butternut squash puree; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; Freshly ground black pepper; Two 16-ounce packages gnocchi (see Cook's Note); 3 cups freshly grated sharp yellow Cheddar

Directions

For the topping: Combine the cheese, parsley, crackers and bacon in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture reaches a fine breadcrumb consistency. Set aside.
For the mac and cheese: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the flour and stir to combine, then cook about 2 minutes. Whisk in the milk, butternut squash, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, 2 to 4 minutes.
Meanwhile, add the gnocchi to the boiling water. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, then drain.
Stir the cheese into the milk mixture until melted. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk. Add the gnocchi and stir to coat. Sprinkle with the crumb topping and serve directly from the skillet.

Cook’s Note

You can use any type of gnocchi -- fresh, frozen or shelf-stable. Just follow the package instructions and adjust the cook time accordingly.

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