Marry Me Gnocchi
A rich and creamy gnocchi dish with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and fresh basil, perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasion.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
- 1 16-ounce package potato gnocchi
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- Extra Parmesan and basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until sizzling. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in grated Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add gnocchi and sun-dried tomatoes, simmering 4–5 minutes until gnocchi is tender and sauce thickens.
- Fold in baby spinach until wilted and evenly mixed.
- Stir in chopped fresh basil just before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan and basil, and serve hot.