Marry Me Gnocchi
This Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi is made with a sundried tomato cream sauce tossed in with pillowy gnocchi and topped with fresh parmesan cheese and basil. You will love this Marry Me Gnocchi!
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 1/2 Onion (finely diced)
- 4 Garlic Cloves (finely minced)
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1/2 to 2/3 cup (4 oz) Sundried Tomatoes (in oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 lb. Gnocchi (shelf stable or refrigerated)
- 1 cup Fresh Baby Spinach
- 4 ounces Parmesan Cheese
- 4 to 5 Fresh Basil Leaves (cut into ribbons)
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and onion and let cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring often. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
- Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, sundried tomatoes, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and optional Italian seasonings. Stir together.
- Add in gnocchi and let simmer in sauce for 5 minutes.
- Stir in baby spinach (I suggest tearing into small pieces or chopping) and parmesan cheese. Stir in fresh basil (reserving some for the garnish).
- When ready to serve, generously top with fresh basil ribbons and sprinkle on extra parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
What kind of gnocchi should I use?
Use shelf-stable potato gnocchi (often found in the pasta aisle) or fresh gnocchi from the refrigerated section. Avoid frozen gnocchi, as it may release too much moisture. Why don’t I need to cook the gnocchi before adding it to the sauce?
Gnocchi are delicate and cook quickly. When added to the simmering sauce, they cook through while absorbing flavor. Can I use something other than cream?
Yes! Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce. It may be slightly thinner than heavy cream but it will reduce as it heats up.
Use shelf-stable potato gnocchi (often found in the pasta aisle) or fresh gnocchi from the refrigerated section. Avoid frozen gnocchi, as it may release too much moisture. Why don’t I need to cook the gnocchi before adding it to the sauce?
Gnocchi are delicate and cook quickly. When added to the simmering sauce, they cook through while absorbing flavor. Can I use something other than cream?
Yes! Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce. It may be slightly thinner than heavy cream but it will reduce as it heats up.
Nutrition
Calories: 594kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 1166mg | Potassium: 980mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2192IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 384mg | Iron: 6mg
