Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi with Spinach
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi with Spinach is a delightful, restaurant-quality dish that brings rich flavors and vibrant colors to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy gnocchi enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, complemented by tangy sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop sun-dried tomatoes and rinse spinach thoroughly.
- Cook gnocchi: Boil salted water; add gnocchi and cook until they float (2-3 minutes). Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Sauté garlic and tomatoes: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add cream and spinach: Pour in heavy cream while stirring; add spinach and cook until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Combine: Gently fold in cooked gnocchi, adjusting the sauce thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Season and serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added heat, incorporate red pepper flakes into the sauce. Substitute spinach with kale or add protein like grilled chicken or shrimp for variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.