Gnocchi and spinach bake

2 x 500g/1 lb 2 oz packs gnocchi (you can use 1 x 500g pack of pasta instead)

125g/4½ oz pack bacon bits

2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

300g/10½ oz frozen spinach, thawed

250ml/8 fl oz fresh cream

Salt

100g/3½ oz grated cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 210°C/fan 190°C.

Step 2

Cook gnocchi (or pasta) according to the instructions on pack.

Step 3

In the meantime heat a small deep pan and fry bacon bits for a few mins until crispy.

Step 4

Add garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 5

Pour in the cream, add spinach and cook on a low heat for 10 mins.

Step 6

Season the creamed spinach with salt and stir into the cooked gnocchi (or pasta).

Step 7

Transfer to a baking dish, top with grated cheese and bake for 10-15mins until the cheese is golden.