Description
Millionaire Gnocchi with ultra creamy sauce is the perfect recipe for quick, easy, and delicious comfort food. Treat yourself to this meal today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the Gnocchi: Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions.
- Drain and Set Aside: Once cooked, drain the gnocchi and set them aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Add the Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer.
- Cheesy Goodness: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts into the sauce.
- Season It Up: Taste your sauce and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Combine: Gently fold the cooked gnocchi into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Plate and Garnish: Serve the gnocchi in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra creaminess, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. You can add sautéed chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: gnocchi, creamy sauce, Italian recipe, comfort food, pasta