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Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi Recipe

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Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi is a rich and flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender potato gnocchi simmered in a luscious sauce made with garlic, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fragrant basil, this comforting Italian-inspired recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup chicken or veggie broth
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi (uncooked)

Flavor Enhancers

  • 1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (julienne style)
  • 1/2 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)

Greens and Garnish

  • 1–2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • Fresh basil (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Use a skillet with a lid for later steps. Add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Add Cream and Broth; Simmer: Stir in 3/4 cup heavy cream and 2/3 cup chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to prepare the sauce base.
  3. Cook Gnocchi and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Add 1 pound of uncooked potato gnocchi and 1/3 cup of julienne oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Cover with the lid and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes to allow the gnocchi to soften.
  4. Uncover and Stir: Remove the lid, stir well, and test the gnocchi for tenderness. Continue cooking uncovered, stirring frequently, until the gnocchi is fully tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Finish with Spinach, Parmesan, and Lemon: Stir in 1 to 2 cups fresh baby spinach, 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Season with kosher salt (about 1/2 teaspoon) and black pepper (8-10 grinds) to taste. Cook just until the spinach wilts, then remove the skillet from heat.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish the creamy gnocchi with fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting Tuscan-inspired dish!

Notes

  • Use a skillet with a lid to help the gnocchi cook evenly in the sauce.
  • Adjust salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste to balance the creamy richness.
  • For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Fresh baby spinach can be substituted with kale or arugula for variations.
  • You can substitute sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil with dry-packed rehydrated sun-dried tomatoes, but add a bit of olive oil if needed.
  • Serve with crusty bread or a light side salad for a complete meal.

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