Easy Gorgonzola Gnocchi Recipe with Creamy Sauce
A quick and comforting pasta dish made in just 30 minutes, this creamy gorgonzola gnocchi pairs pillowy gnocchi with tangy cheese, spinach, and a hint of crunch for an easy weeknight favorite.
Servings 4 people
Calories 714kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 6 ounces crumbled gorgonzola cheese divided
- 2 ounces freshly grated Parmesan plus more for garnish
- 4 ounces fresh baby spinach roughly chopped
- 1 pound gnocchi cooked
- ¼ cup slivered almonds or walnuts toasted
- Crushed red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat. Add shallots, season with a bit of salt and pepper, and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Slowly stir in the heavy cream, then add the Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a simmer for 4–5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Reduce the heat to low and add in ¾ of the gorgonzola and the Parmesan, stirring frequently for 3–4 minutes until the cheese melts into a sauce.
- Stir in spinach and allow it to wilt for 3–4 minutes. Thin the sauce with a few tablespoons of water, if desired, then add gnocchi and stir to coat.
- Serve garnished with toasted nuts, remaining gorgonzola, Parmesan shavings, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Notes
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of cream.
- Freezer: Freeze sauce separately up to 2 months.
- Substitutions: Use cauliflower gnocchi for gluten-free, or swap gorgonzola with another blue cheese.
- Serving tip: Pair with a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
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Nutrition
Calories: 714kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 1452mg | Potassium: 442mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3993IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 478mg | Iron: 6mg