Description
Creamy Tomato Gnocchi is a comforting, one-pan Italian meal featuring pillowy potato gnocchi simmered in a rich, luscious tomato cream sauce. This quick and easy stovetop recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a simple vegetarian option, delivering delicious flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the garlic.
- Sauté garlic: Add 3 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Stir in 1 cup crushed tomatoes and 1/4 cup vegetable broth, then simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly reduce the sauce.
- Incorporate cream: Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and stir continuously until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and well combined.
- Cook gnocchi in sauce: Add the 16 oz potato gnocchi directly into the sauce and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi become tender and heated through.
- Finish with cheese and seasoning: Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, then season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired; cook for another minute to combine flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top if using, and serve the creamy tomato gnocchi hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi both work well—choose according to availability or preference.
- For added nutrition and flavor, consider stirring in spinach or mushrooms during the sauce simmering step.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, adjust the consistency by adding more vegetable broth gradually until desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
