Description
Prepare to embark on a delightful culinary journey with our irresistible Creamy Tomato Spinach Gnocchi recipe! This dish is a true masterpiece, blending the rich, velvety goodness of a creamy tomato sauce with the pillowy soft texture of homemade gnocchi and the vibrant freshness of tender spinach leaves. It’s a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Get ready to indulge in a comforting and satisfying meal that’s sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounce) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 ounce baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the gnocchi and set it aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Add the dried oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using). Let the sauce simmer for another 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Gently fold in the baby spinach and cook until it’s wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the cooked gnocchi to the creamy tomato sauce and toss everything together until the gnocchi is fully coated.
7. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
8. Serve the Creamy Tomato Spinach Gnocchi warm, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy this comforting and delicious dish!
Notes
To ensure your Creamy Tomato Spinach Gnocchi turns out perfectly every time, here are a few tips to keep in mind:
While fresh or frozen gnocchi can certainly work in this recipe, we recommend using shelf-stable potato gnocchi. These pre-cooked gnocchi are more convenient and hold their shape better when simmered in the creamy tomato sauce.
Be sure to cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions, being careful not to overcook them. This will help them maintain their light and pillowy texture. Additionally, when adding the gnocchi to the sauce, gently toss them to avoid breaking the delicate dumplings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg