Name: Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 pound gnocchi, uncooked; ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (or to taste); ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup heavy cream; ½ cup vegetable stock; ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated; 3 cups baby spinach; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely sliced

Description

A rich and flavorful Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi recipe that combines tender gnocchi sautéed to golden perfection with a luscious creamy sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Italian herbs. Finished with fresh spinach and basil, this easy skillet dish is perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 pound gnocchi, uncooked
¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (or to taste)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup vegetable stock
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
3 cups baby spinach
2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely sliced

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Instructions

Melt Butter: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until bubbly, about 1 minute, to create a flavorful base for the dish.
Sauté Garlic and Gnocchi: Add the finely chopped garlic and uncooked gnocchi to the skillet. Sauté until the gnocchi turns golden brown on most sides, approximately 5 minutes. The gnocchi will not be fully cooked yet during this step.
Add Seasonings and Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and mix well for 2-3 minutes until the ingredients become fragrant.
Create Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, vegetable stock, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir thoroughly and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to medium and cook while stirring often until the sauce thickens and the gnocchi is tender, about 2-3 minutes.
Add Spinach: Stir in the baby spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute, adding a fresh green element to the dish.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately to enjoy the dish at its creamiest and freshest.

Notes

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of crushed red pepper to taste.
You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, keeping in mind the texture will be less rich.
Vegetable stock can be replaced with chicken stock for a non-vegetarian option.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and smooth melting in the sauce.
For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken or Italian sausage.