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Marry Me Gnocchi

Marry Me Gnocchi: A Dreamy One-Pan Comfort Meal

Marry Me Gnocchi is a creamy, dreamy dish combining potato gnocchi with sun-dried tomato cream sauce—perfect for impressing guests and loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi
  • 16 oz gnocchi Shelf-stable gnocchi is recommended.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon butter Substitute olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic yields the best flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste or omit.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Opt for half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped Jarred in oil enhances flavor.
  • 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Fresh varieties melt beautifully.
For Freshness & Flavor
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Other greens like kale can be used.
  • salt Essential for seasoning.
  • black pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Marry Me Gnocchi
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and 0.5 teaspoons of red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 0.5 cups of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add 16 ounces of gnocchi. Stir to coat and simmer for 6-7 minutes until gnocchi floats and is tender.
  4. Lower the heat and add 0.75 cups of grated Parmesan cheese and 2 cups of fresh spinach. Stir until cheese melts and spinach wilts.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently to restore creaminess.

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