Gnocchi with Cream Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy Gnocchi with Cream Sauce recipe. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home, this dish features pillowy potato gnocchi tossed in a velvety sauce made from heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, and a fragrant hint of garlic. Prepared in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick yet decadent meal that combines the simplicity of fresh ingredients with gourmet flavors. A touch of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add a bright finish, while the Parmesan brings the perfect savory depth. Whether you're hosting guests or treating yourself, this gnocchi recipe delivers a restaurant-quality experience right in your own kitchen. Serve it hot, and don’t forget an extra sprinkle of cheese on top!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 250 milliliters Heavy cream
- 60 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
While the water is heating, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Add the gnocchi to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, usually until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked gnocchi directly to the cream sauce, tossing to coat them evenly.
Allow the gnocchi to simmer in the sauce for 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately, hot from the pan, with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2092 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.1 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.3 g | 476% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 462 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 3687 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 806 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 802 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
