Description
A cozy one-pan meal featuring pillowy gnocchi, tender broccoli, and a rich cheese sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1 package shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth or pasta water
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a skillet to medium heat and melt butter; sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add broccoli with a splash of broth, cover, and steam until just tender.
- Stir in cream and seasoning; simmer gently.
- Add gnocchi directly to the skillet and stir to coat.
- Sprinkle in shredded cheese and Parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Simmer uncovered until sauce thickens and gnocchi are tender.
- Finish with black pepper and optional chili flakes; serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to substitute the cheese with your favorite varieties.
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg