Description
Creamy Tomato Spinach Gnocchi is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly marries the soft, pillowy texture of gnocchi with a luscious tomato sauce enriched with fresh spinach. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, providing comfort and satisfaction in every bite. The creamy sauce, flavored with garlic and Italian herbs, elevates the dish to a new level of deliciousness. Whether shared with friends or savored alone, this meal guarantees to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Dried oregano and basil
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté the onion until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute; stir in tomato paste for another 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; simmer for at least 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; incorporate fresh spinach until wilted.
- Gently toss cooked gnocchi with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk. Customize by adding protein such as grilled chicken or shrimp or incorporating seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.