Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Millionaire Gnocchi with Red Sauce and Herbed Ricotta. This delightful dish features pillowy gnocchi enveloped in a rich, vibrant tomato sauce, topped with creamy herbed ricotta that elevates every bite. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this recipe brings a taste of Italy to your table in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Red Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant for about 30 seconds.
- Add Tomatoes: Pour in canned San Marzano tomatoes with their juice and crush them gently. Simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.
- Season the Sauce: Stir in salt, pepper, and fresh basil leaves. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Cook the Gnocchi: Boil salted water in a large pot, then add gnocchi. Cook until they float (about 2-3 minutes), indicating they’re done.
- Create Herbed Ricotta: In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with chopped basil and salt.
- Toss it All Together: Drain the gnocchi, add them to the sauce, and gently fold until coated well. Serve hot topped with herbed ricotta and shaved Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg