Creamy Tomato Burrata Gnocchi
This Creamy Tomato Burrata Gnocchi is a quick and indulgent one-pan meal, featuring pillowy soft gnocchi coated in a rich, velvety tomato-cream sauce. Topped with melty burrata cheese and fresh basil, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner in just 15 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb potato gnocchi (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 ball burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Gnocchi: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook gnocchi until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cherry tomatoes, cooking until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour in tomato sauce, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine: Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Add the Burrata: Tear burrata over the gnocchi and let it melt slightly.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap burrata for fresh mozzarella if preferred.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- For a vegetarian-friendly twist, use plant-based heavy cream.
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