Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi
A comforting dish combining fluffy gnocchi with a rich, creamy sauce filled with earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach, perfect for cozy autumn and winter evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. potato gnocchi
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz. cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions (usually 3-4 minutes; they are done when they float). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the room temperature butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown.
- Toss in the fresh spinach and stir until wilted, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season generously with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Gently fold in the cooked gnocchi and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through.
Notes
For added creaminess, toss the gnocchi lightly in olive oil after cooking to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
