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Marry Me Gnocchi Recipe

Creamy, tomato-studded gnocchi tossed with spinach and basil for an easy, comforting weeknight meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 16 ounces gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach roughly chopped
  • 5-6 fresh basil leaves chiffonaded, plus more for garnish
  • basil leaves
  • shredded Parmesan cheese
  • crushed red pepper flakes for additional heat (optional)

Equipment

  • large sauté pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Cheese grater

Method
 

  1. Heat a large sauté pan over medium-low heat and add the olive oil.
  2. Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the hot oil and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  4. Add the gnocchi, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, crushed red pepper flakes, 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the pan and stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until the gnocchi are tender.
  6. Remove the lid, add the chopped spinach, and cook about 1 minute until wilted.
  7. Stir in the grated Parmesan, heavy cream, and chiffonaded basil; cook briefly until heated through and the sauce is slightly thickened. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if desired.
  8. Serve the gnocchi topped with additional shredded or grated Parmesan and extra basil leaves; add extra crushed red pepper flakes if you like more heat.

Notes

  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.
  • For a dairy-free version, swap heavy cream for unsweetened cashew creamer or full-fat coconut milk.
  • Substitute vegan Parmesan for a dairy-free option.
  • Ensure store-bought gnocchi is dairy- and egg-free if needed.