Description
This creamy gnocchi dish combines spinach and feta for a comforting yet elegant meal, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Gnocchi
- Fresh spinach
- Feta cheese
- Heavy cream
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to the package instructions until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add Spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach, stirring until it wilts down, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Make it Creamy: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, letting it bubble gently for another minute.
- Incorporate Feta: Crumble in the feta cheese, stirring until it melts and creates a creamy sauce.
- Combine Gnocchi: Add the drained gnocchi to the skillet and gently toss everything together to coat.
- Season: Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
- Serve: Transfer to plates and enjoy warm!
Notes
For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp. Best served with a fresh salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: gnocchi, creamy, spinach, feta, vegetarian, comfort food