Description
Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta is a delightful dish that elevates simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. Soft, pillowy gnocchi are enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made from fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese. This quick-to-prepare recipe offers endless variations, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Each comforting bite will leave your taste buds dancing, ensuring it’s an instant favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in salted boiling water until they float, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about three minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream; stir continuously until bubbling gently. Lower the heat and simmer for five minutes.
- Add cooked gnocchi and crumbled feta cheese to the skillet, stirring gently to coat evenly.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot with extra feta on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg