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Marry Me Gnocchi

Marry Me Gnocchi

This dish features soft and pillowy gnocchi in a creamy sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi

  • 16 oz Gnocchi The hearty base of the dish, soft and pillowy with a chewy bite.

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoon Butter For sautéing and adding a rich, glossy finish.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Brings aromatic depth and warmth.
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adds a gentle kick that cuts through the richness.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Helps cook the gnocchi and infuses savory flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream The creamy base that binds the sauce together.
  • ½ cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped Sweet-tart, chewy bursts of flavor.
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adds nuttiness and helps thicken the sauce.
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach Balances the richness with light, leafy greens.
  • to taste Salt & black pepper Essential seasoning.
  • for garnish Fresh basil Adds color and fresh herbaceous lift.

Instructions
 

  • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
  • Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese, mixing well.
  • Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions, then add to the sauce along with fresh spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

For a variation, try adding cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
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