In need of a quick but impressive dinner? Try this recipe for gnocchi in creamy tomato sauce, which pairs simplicity with refined flavour. It is the perfect answer to a busy weekday when time is short but you still want a proper, flavourful meal.
The creamy tomato sauce is the heart of this recipe, bringing both warmth and depth to the soft gnocchi. It is enriched with a blend of dried herbs that adds an aromatic, herby twist, while the cream gives it a rich, silky consistency that coats every single gnocchi. The result is a harmonious, inviting dish – and what’s more, it all cooks in a single pot.
From start to finish, this one-pot gnocchi in tomato sauce takes less than 25 minutes to make, which makes it a favourite on busy days. Gnocchi in creamy tomato sauce can be served just as it is, or with a scattering of freshly grated Parmesan, parsley or a few basil leaves for an extra layer of flavour.
Enjoy this light, delicate dish, which is sure to please children and adults alike. It is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, yet elegant enough to serve when you have guests.
Gnocchi in Creamy Tomato Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 100 g tomato purée
- 2 tins chopped tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 150 ml whipping cream (38% fat)
- 100 g Parmesan, finely grated
- 7 sprigs fresh basil
- 600 g gnocchi
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- Olive oil
Method
- Heat a good glug of olive oil in a large saucepan and fry the onion until soft and translucent.
- Add the garlic and let it cook for a moment, then stir in the tomato purée and let it cook for a minute or so.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and the dried herbs, and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
- Pour in the cream, add the Parmesan and let the sauce simmer gently for about 5-8 minutes.
- Add the uncooked gnocchi and let them cook in the sauce until tender – about 6-8 minutes.
- Finally, fold the fresh basil leaves into the sauce and season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper.
- Serve with extra Parmesan on top and a few fresh herbs or leaves, if you like.
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