Description
Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi is a comforting dish featuring pillowy potato dumplings in a rich, velvety sauce. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float, about 2-3 minutes.
- Sauté Garlic and Spinach: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute, then add spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Add cream cheese to the skillet and stir until melted. Gradually pour in reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Combine Everything: Toss cooked gnocchi into the sauce with Parmesan cheese, stirring gently to coat.
- Season Up: Sprinkle with dried herbs, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve Immediately: Plate while hot, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Substitute spinach with kale for added nutrition.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg