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Cozy One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi

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A quick and easy one-pot recipe featuring pillowy gnocchi in a creamy Tuscan sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Perfect for comforting dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound potato gnocchi (fresh or store-bought)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach (or frozen, drained)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (substitute coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: mince the garlic, chop sun-dried tomatoes, and wash the spinach. Measure out cream, broth, and seasoning. (Time: 5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the oil. Stir frequently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Stir to combine, scraping any browned bits off the pan’s bottom.
  5. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Gently add 1 pound gnocchi to the simmering sauce. Push down lightly to submerge. Cook uncovered for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Gnocchi will float when cooked.
  7. Add 3 cups fresh spinach and 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan. Stir until spinach wilts and cheese melts into the sauce.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If sauce is too thick, add a splash more broth or cream.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper.

Notes

Do not overcook gnocchi; they cook quickly and will float when done. Stir gently to avoid breaking. If sauce reduces too quickly, add more broth. Use fresh Parmesan for best melting and flavor. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Frozen gnocchi can be used by adding extra cooking time without thawing.

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Keywords: gnocchi, creamy Tuscan sauce, one-pot meal, comfort food, easy dinner, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan

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