Gnocchi with plum

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[...]

2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic , minced 1 (32 ounce) can plum tomatoes 1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 teaspoon fresh basil , to taste 1 (6 ounce) can[...]