Creamy Gnocchi with Red Sauce
A comforting bowl of creamy gnocchi tossed in a rich, velvety marinara sauce with hints of garlic and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup light cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup white wine
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in light cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and white wine. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet, gently tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Stir in diced mozzarella and torn basil, allowing the cheese to melt.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
For added depth, sauté mushrooms or spinach with the garlic. Avoid overcooking the gnocchi; they should be tender but hold their shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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