Creamy Spinach Gnocchi (Print-Friendly Version)

Tender gnocchi in a smooth spinach and cream blend, accented with garlic and herbs.

# Ingredients List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 230 g fresh spinach
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy & Liquids

03 - 240 ml heavy cream
04 - 120 ml chicken broth
05 - 15 ml olive oil

→ Pasta

06 - 450 g potato gnocchi

→ Seasonings

07 - ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
08 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - ¼ teaspoon salt
10 - Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
11 - Red pepper flakes, to taste
12 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Detailed Cooking Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
02 - Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
03 - Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
04 - Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer before adding the potato gnocchi.
05 - Continue cooking until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce slightly thickens, approximately 5-7 minutes.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Adjust red pepper flakes to control the level of spiciness. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Optional garnish with grated Parmesan cheese enhances flavor.