Description
Irresistible Millionaire Gnocchi is a quick and simple yet luxurious dish that combines pillowy soft gnocchi with a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce and crispy sautéed edges. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe uses minimal pantry staples to deliver maximum comfort and flavor in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Gnocchi Base
- 500g fresh or good-quality store-bought potato gnocchi
Sauce and Cooking
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (sage or thyme), chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Gnocchi: Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float to the surface, about 2 to 3 minutes, signaling they are perfectly tender. Drain and set aside without rinsing to retain flavor.
- Crisp the Gnocchi: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the drained gnocchi and sauté gently, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp on the outside, creating a delightful texture contrast.
- Make the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low in the same skillet and add the remaining butter if needed. Toss in minced garlic and fresh herbs, cooking until fragrant but not browned. Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened. Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper, stirring until well combined.
- Combine and Serve: Return the gnocchi to the skillet, tossing thoroughly to coat each piece with the creamy sauce. Let everything warm together for one minute to meld flavors, then plate immediately to enjoy the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh gnocchi whenever possible for the softest texture.
- Keep heat at medium or medium-low to prevent burning the butter or cream and to gently thicken the sauce.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when crisping gnocchi; cook in batches if needed for even browning.
- Grate Parmesan fresh to maximize flavor intensity.
- Add fresh herbs toward the end to preserve their bright, fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: gnocchi, millionaire gnocchi, creamy gnocchi, quick dinner, Italian comfort food, parmesan sauce, sautéed gnocchi
