Creamy Gnocchi With Spinach And Feta (Printable)

Soft potato gnocchi enveloped in a creamy sauce with fresh spinach and crumbled feta. A comforting vegetarian dish ready in 25 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Gnocchi and Vegetables

01 - 1.1 lbs fresh potato gnocchi
02 - 5 oz baby spinach, washed
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

05 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
06 - 1/4 cup vegetable broth
07 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
08 - 1 oz grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1 tbsp olive oil
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
11 - Pinch of nutmeg

# Steps:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the surface, about 2–3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
02 - Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
04 - Pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
05 - Add crumbled feta and grated Parmesan. Stir until the cheese is partially melted and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
06 - Gently fold in the cooked gnocchi, tossing until they are well coated in the sauce and heated through. Serve immediately, garnished with extra feta and black pepper if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This dish comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something you simmered all afternoon
  • The combination of salty feta and creamy sauce creates this incredible velvety texture that coats every single piece of gnocchi
  • Its one of those rare vegetarian meals that satisfies even the most dedicated meat eaters at the table
02 -
  • Overcooked gnocchi turns into gummy disappointment—watch closely and remove them as soon as they float
  • The sauce continues thickening off heat, so pull it a tiny bit earlier than you think is necessary
  • Feta brands vary wildly in saltiness, so always taste before adding extra salt to the dish
03 -
  • Reserve a splash of the gnocchi cooking water before draining—it starchy liquid can help loosen the sauce if it gets too thick
  • Room temperature cream incorporates more smoothly than cold straight from the fridge

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