Creamy Tomato Gnocchi Recipe Easy Comfort Food Dinner
This creamy tomato gnocchi recipe is a quick, comforting dish with a tangy tomato sauce and pillowy gnocchi, perfect for cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16-ounce package of store-bought gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
- Fresh basil (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and let them simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Lower the heat and add the heavy cream, stirring until well combined and the sauce turns pinkish.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), adjusting to taste.
- Add the gnocchi directly into the sauce, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender and cooked through.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
[‘Cooking gnocchi directly in the sauce enhances flavor.’, ‘Use high-quality Parmesan for richer taste.’, ‘Add greens like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning at every step.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12
Keywords: creamy tomato gnocchi, comfort food, easy dinner, one-pan recipe, Italian recipe