Description
A quick and indulgent creamy gnocchi dish with fresh spinach and tangy feta, perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package gnocchi (store-bought)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, packed (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, grated, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float and are tender. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Reduce heat to low. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the cream warm gently for 1–2 minutes.
- Add the cooked gnocchi and crumbled feta to the skillet. Toss gently to combine and melt slightly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half. Ensure to not let the cream boil to avoid curdling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: gnocchi, pasta, creamy, vegetarian, quick meal, comfort food