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Creamy mushroom spinach gnocchi in a white carbonara sauce.
Julia

Creamy Mushroom Spinach Gnocchi

5 from 1 vote
This delicious Creamy Mushroom Spinach Gnocchi is an easy-to-make dish that combines gnocchi with rich, creamy mushroom sauce and fresh spinach for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 446
Ingredients Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For Mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounce mushrooms cremini chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
For Gnocchi and Sauce
  • 16 ounces potato gnocchi
  • ½ cup chicken broth or vegetable
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs from Provence
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika or more
  • 4 ounce fresh spinach
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • coarsely ground black pepper to taste
  • red pepper flakes to taste
  • 1 tablespoon or more bacon, for serving cooked and crumbled

Method
 

Cook the Mushrooms
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for a couple of minutes. Then season with Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cook for about 13 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they’re lightly browned and tender. Set aside half of the cooked mushrooms on a plate to use later.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 8 ounce mushrooms cremini, salt and pepper, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning , ½ teaspoon smoked paprika , ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Make the Creamy Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add uncooked potato gnocchi, chicken broth, heavy cream. Bring everything to a boil over medium heat, stirring well to combine. Once boiling, cover with a lid and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the gnocchi to cook in the sauce. Stir occasionally.
    16 ounces potato gnocchi, ½ cup chicken broth, 1 cup heavy cream, ¼ teaspoon salt
Add Spinach
  1. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and stir frequently for about 4 minutes, until it wilts down to your liking.
    4 ounce fresh spinach
Assembly
  1. Season with more salt, freshly ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika to taste. Top with bacon. Top with the remaining mushrooms, and give it one last gentle stir before serving.
    coarsely ground black pepper to taste, red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon or more bacon, for serving

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 446kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 9gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 589mgPotassium: 555mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4325IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 6mg

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Notes

  • Experiment with Greens: Spinach is ideal, but kale or arugula can also be used for a different taste and nutrient profile.
  • Wine Pairing: A crisp, chilled white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc pairs beautifully with this dish, enhancing the earthy mushroom flavors.
  • Texture Variations: For added crunch, consider garnishing with toasted pine nuts or walnuts just before serving.
  • To Store - Keep your gnocchi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To Reheat - For best results, heat on the stove over low heat. Add a splash of broth if needed to refresh the sauce's creamy texture.
  • To Freeze - Cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 2 months.

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