Description
Silky gnocchi dances with earthy mushrooms and tender spinach in this Italian-inspired comfort dish. Creamy sauce and delicate herbs blend perfectly, offering you a delightful culinary escape that feels like a warm embrace from the heart of Italy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) gnocchi
- 2 cups baby spinach, washed
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil gnocchi in salted water for 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface, then drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes, allowing them to caramelize and develop a golden-brown exterior.
- Introduce minced garlic to the skillet, stirring quickly to prevent burning and release aromatic flavors.
- Gently fold baby spinach into the mixture, cooking until leaves become soft and dramatically reduce in volume.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, sprinkling smoked paprika and creating a uniform, silky sauce.
- Carefully incorporate cooked gnocchi, gently tossing to ensure each pillow is lavishly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce transforms into a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped parsley across the top, adding a vibrant garnish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality gnocchi for the best texture and flavor in this dish.
- Slice mushrooms evenly to ensure uniform cooking and golden-brown caramelization.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half to reduce calories.
- Keep gnocchi warm and prevent sticking by tossing gently in the sauce immediately after cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg