Description
Savor the rich flavors of creamy mushroom gnocchi, a comforting dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms (baby bella or cremini, sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden brown and moisture is released, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Gradually add the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese along with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
- In a separate pot, boil salted water. Add gnocchi once boiling and cook according to package instructions (usually until they float).
- Drain the gnocchi (do not rinse) and gently fold them into the creamy mushroom sauce until well coated. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or kale into the sauce. Experiment with different types of mushrooms like shiitake for varied flavors. To make it lighter, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt.