Garlic Parmesan Gnocchi
Pan Fried Garlic Parmesan Gnocchi makes an easy, comforting, and delicious dinner for busy nights. Pillow soft gnocchis are coated in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce and will sure be a hit at your dinner table.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 30 ounces gnocchi about 2 packages
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice and zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese plus 1/4 cup more to top gnocchi
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add gnocchi, tossing to brown all sides for about 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, 1 teaspoon of zest, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, 1/2 cup of water, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- When gnocchi is mostly lightly browned, add 1/2 the spinach. Toss gently until it's wilted then add the remaining spinach and minced garlic. Cook for a few minutes longer, then reduce the heat to low.
- Add the mascarpone mixture to the gnocchi and stir to combine until creamy. Add parmesan cheese and mix again. Remove from heat and top with more parmesan cheese and serve.
Notes
Recipe adapted from: Savory Experiments