Bring a large pot of water to a boil to cook the gnocchi
Add 4 ounces of diced pancetta into a dry skillet over medium heat and cook until crisp
Once the pancetta is crisp, transfer onto a plate and set aside for now
Add 2 cloves of finely minced garlic into the skillet and cook for 60 seconds, stirring constantly
As soon as the water begins to boil, add a large pinch of salt and cook the gnocchi according to manufacturers instructions or fresh gnocchi for 60-90 seconds or until they float
Add 1/2 cup of stock and 2/3 cup of heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a simmer
Add the crisp pancetta back into the sauce and as soon as the gnocchi begins to float, use a slotted spoon to transfer the gnocchi directly into the skillet with the sauce
Toss the sauce and gnocchi to combine and remove the skillet from the heat
Add 2/3 cup of finely shredded parmesan and toss to incorporate
Divide the gnocchi between 2 dinner plates or 4 appetizer plates and serve garnished with parmesan and parsley