Description

This Easy 20-Minute Creamy Spinach Gnocchi recipe delivers a comforting and luscious dinner option perfect for busy weeknights. Soft potato gnocchi are cooked to perfection, then coated in a luxurious sauce made with fresh spinach, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Topped with crunchy toasted pine nuts or walnuts for added texture and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan, this dish combines ease and elegance in one bowl.

Ingredients

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Gnocchi and Vegetables

1 package Potato gnocchi (store-bought for speed)
4 cups Fresh spinach
2 cloves Garlic (minced)

Sauce

1 cup Heavy cream
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
2 tablespoons Olive oil
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)

Toppings

1/4 cup Toasted pine nuts or walnuts
1/4 cup Extra Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Boil the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and add the gnocchi. Cook until they float to the surface, about 2 minutes, indicating they are done. Drain well and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Wilt the Spinach: Add fresh spinach in batches to the skillet, tossing until completely wilted and bright green, about 1-2 minutes.
Make the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and lower the heat to medium-low. Simmer gently until the cream thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to keep the sauce smooth.
Add Parmesan: Gradually sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted and the sauce becomes silky and cohesive, about 1 minute.
Toss Gnocchi in Sauce: Return the drained gnocchi to the skillet and gently toss to coat each piece evenly with the creamy spinach sauce.
Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Divide the gnocchi onto warm plates, top with toasted pine nuts or walnuts and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese, then serve immediately.

Notes

Use store-bought gnocchi for a quick and easy meal without sacrificing flavor.
To toast nuts, warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream alternative.
Gnocchi cooks very quickly; watch closely once added to boiling water to prevent overcooking.
Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor of the creamy sauce and gnocchi.