Description
Creamy Tomato Gnocchi is a comforting and flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring tender potato gnocchi simmered in a rich and velvety tomato cream sauce infused with garlic, Dijon mustard, and fresh basil. This quick skillet recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 (14 fluid ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 cup heavy cream (whipping cream)
- 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
- 1 small handful fresh basil, torn or chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional), to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Sauté Onion: Add olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the finely chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent and lightly browned.
- Add Wine, Mustard, Garlic, and Seasoning: Stir in the dry white wine, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook and stir for about one minute until the mixture is smooth and aromatic.
- Incorporate Tomatoes, Cream, and Gnocchi: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, heavy cream, and uncooked potato gnocchi. Bring the mixture to a gentle bubble, then reduce heat to medium and cover the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in Basil and Season: Uncover, stir the mixture well, add torn fresh basil leaves, and season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking uncovered for another 2-3 minutes to ensure the gnocchi is fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Parmesan and Serve: Stir freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce if desired or sprinkle it on top before serving. Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy, rich flavors.
Notes
- Dry white wine adds depth of flavor but can be omitted or replaced with vegetable broth for a non-alcoholic version.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil if fresh is unavailable, but add at the end for best flavor.
- Adjust cream quantity for a lighter or richer sauce as preferred.
- Fresh gnocchi can be used instead of dried for a softer texture but may require shorter cooking time.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated in a skillet with a splash of cream or water to loosen sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Creamy tomato gnocchi, easy Italian dinner, gnocchi recipe, tomato cream sauce, garlic gnocchi
