Gnocchi With Rustic Tomato Sauce
This incredibly creamy Italian gnocchi combines pillowy potato dumplings with a rich garlic tomato sauce and two types of melted cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's the perfect comfort food that delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort. The fresh basil adds a bright finish that elevates this simple dish into something truly special.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 385kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes with juices
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine
- 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 lb uncooked potato gnocchi
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- Small handful fresh basil torn/sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté garlic in olive oil and butter until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes, tomato paste, broth/wine, and Italian seasoning; simmer.
- Stir in gnocchi; cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in basil, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Notes
Use fresh basil rather than dried for the best flavor and brightness
Serve immediately while cheese is melty for ideal texture
Substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make vegetarian
Can use frozen gnocchi directly without thawing - just add 2-3 extra minutes cooking time
For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream after melting the cheese
Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth
Fresh gnocchi works best, but shelf-stable varieties are fine
Nutrition
Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 890mg | Potassium: 485mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g