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Gnocchi in Tomato Cream Sauce

Quick and easy Gnocchi in Tomato Cream Sauce is a tasty meatless meal with big, bold, creamy flavor and ready in just 30 minutes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 287 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound gnocchi
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • 1 15-ounce can fire roasted crushed or diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian herb blend or Herbs de Provence
  • ½ cup chicken broth or water
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • ¼-½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • fresh thyme, basil, and grated parmesan for serving optional

Instructions

cook the gnocchi
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  1. Fill a pot with about 3 inches of water. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add gnocchi, boil for 2-3 minutes until gnocchi floats. Drain, then toss gnocchi with 2 teaspoons olive oil to keep it from sticking together.
  3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saute 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add gnocchi and dried herbs, and saute 2-4 minutes until gnocchi begins browning on the edges.
  5. Transfer gnocchi to a bowl and cover to keep warm.
make the sauce
  1. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth to the skillet over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
  2. Stir in heavy cream, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper. Simmer 4-5 minutes until sauce is reduced and creamy.
  3. Stir in gnocchi, taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with thyme or basil and freshly grated parmesan and serve.

Notes

  • I added a handful of whole garlic cloves for added garlic flavor and visual presentation. 
  • Adding an additional 1/4 cup heavy cream will make the sauce even richer and creamier. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 287kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 961mg (40%) Potassium 161mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 475IU (10%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 287

% Daily Value*

Calories 287kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 961mg 40%
Potassium 161mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 475IU 10%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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