Description
A delightful Italian-inspired dish that combines pillowy potato gnocchi with a creamy sauce, fresh spinach, and salty feta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Instructions
- Cook the Gnocchi: Boil salted water and cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add the Spinach: Toss in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Create the Cream Sauce: Slowly pour in the cream while stirring, bringing it to a gentle simmer to thicken.
- Mix in the Gnocchi: Fold in the cooked gnocchi and crumbled feta, stirring until everything is well-coated and heated through.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve: Plate the dish warm and enjoy!
Notes
For the best flavor and texture, use fresh spinach. Pair with a side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg