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Creamy Spinach Gnocchi

Pillowy potato gnocchi tossed in a creamy garlic-spinach Parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Pinch red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 lb potato gnocchi
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 5 oz baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Black pepper and salt to taste

Equipment

  • Large deep skillet with lid (for cooking gnocchi and sauce)
  • Fine grater (for Parmesan and lemon zest)

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Heat oil and butter in a deep skillet. Add garlic, Italian seasoning and optional pepper flakes; cook 30–60 seconds.
  2. Step 2: Add gnocchi and broth, cover and cook according to package directions until tender.
  3. Step 3: Uncover, add cream and simmer 2–3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Stir in spinach until wilted, then add Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice and pepper.
  5. Step 5: Season to taste; loosen with broth if needed and serve with extra Parmesan.

Notes

Parmesan adds saltiness, so taste before salting.
Serve as soon as the sauce thickens.