Marry Me Gnocchi
Marry Me Gnocchi is made with gnocchi simmered with sun-dried tomatoes and garlic until tender, then joined by a generous pour of cream plus spinach and Parmesan. And it’s glorious!
This creamy sun-dried tomato gnocchi is made with 10 ingredients and only takes about 15 minutes to whip up. Not only is it a weeknight savior, seriously delicious, and easy, but the combination of flavors will have your loved one exclaiming “marry me!” after one bite. Or so the story goes.
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Why You’ll Love Marry-Me Gnocchi
More Gnocchi & Pasta Recipes You’ll Love
The Story Behind the Recipe
I’ve been eyeing the “marry me” trend for awhile now. It started with marry-me chicken then quickly moved on to many variations with pasta, chickpeas, tofu, and more. So much more.
While I’m not sure about the stability of a relationship that gets its start from a recipe, I do agree that the combination of flavors is inspirational, if not freaking delicious!
I decided I wanted to make my first marry-me recipe with gnocchi – because not a whole lot is better than gnocchi in a creamy sauce! Plus, I love how easy and fast it is to transform a package of store-bought gnocchi into a knockout of a dish within minutes. And this marry-me gnocchi is no exception!
Why You’ll Love Marry-Me Gnocchi
The Tuscan-inspired flavors are absolutely delicious.
It’s SO easy to make. And fast.
You’ll get marriage proposals. It’s a fact. The internet says so.
Ingredients
Olive oil – For sautéing the garlic and Italian seasoning. You can also use the oil from the jar of your sun-dried tomatoes for a boost of tomato flavor.
Vegetable broth – For simmering the gnocchi and infusing some flavor.
Gnocchi – The standard shelf-stable potato gnocchi you find in the pasta section at the grocery store.
Sun-dried tomatoes – You’ll want about 1/2 cup of drained, chopped sun-dried tomatoes. I use the ones packed in oil.
Crushed red pepper flakes – Just a bit for a smidge of heat.
Salt & pepper
Parmesan cheese – Make sure you grab a vegetarian Parm if that matters to you.
Heavy whipping cream – For that gloriously rich and creamy sauce.
Spinach – I like to use packaged baby spinach. It’s so convenient! I tend to pile the leaves on my cutting board and give them a few chops so that the wilted leaves aren’t quite so large when served.
Basil – Fresh basil added at the end lends so much flavor! I like to leave a few extra for garnish.
Adaptation/Variation
To make this a vegan marry-me gnocchi recipe, you can sub in full-fat coconut milk or cashew cream for the whipped cream and use vegan Parmesan cheese.
How to Make Marry-Me Gnocchi
First, you’ll add the olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning to a large skillet and give it a quick sauté.
Then, you’ll add the broth, gnocchi, sun-dried tomatoes, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cover it up and let it simmer for just a few minutes, until the gnocchi is cooked through.
Third, stir in the spinach until wilted.
Now it’s time to transform your marry-me gnocchi into the most glorious creamy gnocchi dish ever. Pour in your heavy whipping cream, then add the Parmesan and fresh basil. Stir until blended and warmed through.
Yum! Serve topped with additional basil, more Parm, and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes if you like.
Tip for Success
Be sure and cover the gnocchi while it simmers in the broth. This will help retain the liquid for a nice and saucy result.
I hope this Marry-Me Gnocchi brings you everything you want this Valentine’s Day and beyond! Whether it’s a marriage proposal or just self-love because you’ve just made the most AMAZING dish all on your own, I hope you find yourself just as in love with Marry Me Gnocchi as we are.
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Marry Me Gnocchi
Ingredients
Top with
basil leavesshredded Parmesan cheesecrushed red pepper flakes if you’d like additional heat
Instructions
Notes
Storage notes:
Place leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Store for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or gently over the stovetop with a splash of broth or water.
Vegan/Dairy-Free Option:
Swap in unsweetened cashew creamer (try this cashew creamer recipe w/o sweetener or vanilla) or full-fat coconut milk for the heavy whipping cream. Swap in vegan/dairy free Parm instead of the dairy Parmesan. Make sure the gnocchi does not container dairy and/or egg.
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