Gnocchi with bacon

2 lbs potato gnocchi 1 lb cottage cheese 1 lb bacon salt (optional) fresh ground black pepper (optional) 1 Prepare the gnocchi, according to package[...]

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 4 ounces bacon , diced 4 garlic cloves , smashed 1/2 lb coarsely ground beef (look for "chili grind") 2 tablespoons brandy[...]

1 lb packaged gnocchi 5 -6 ounces baby spinach leaves 4 slices thick cut bacon , chopped 2 shallots , thinly sliced 3/4 cup walnut pieces 1 lemon, juice of[...]