Creamy Tomato Spinach Gnocchi Simple and Flavorful Dish
Ingredients
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt and pepper
- optional fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), and add the dried oregano. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, mixing until fully combined and creamy.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked gnocchi and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted and the gnocchi is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
💡 Chef's Notes
Serve immediately for the best flavor.