Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta
This creamy gnocchi dish combines soft potato dumplings with fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese for a comforting and flavorful Italian meal perfect for any night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the creamy sauce.
- Mix in the crumbled feta cheese and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through and well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra feta or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding sun-dried tomatoes or grilled chicken to make it a heartier meal.