Best 6 Gnocchi In Tomato Cream Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Gnocchi in Tomato Cream Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful dish combines the pillowy softness of gnocchi with a velvety tomato cream sauce, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for a comforting meal, our carefully curated collection of gnocchi recipes offers something for every palate and skill level. From the classic simplicity of Traditional Gnocchi to the vibrant flavors of Spinach and Ricotta Gnocchi, each recipe is a testament to the versatility and deliciousness of this Italian dumpling. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure with our delectable Gnocchi in Tomato Cream Sauce.

Recipes Included:

1. Traditional Gnocchi: Embark on a culinary journey to Italy with this classic gnocchi recipe. Simple, yet incredibly flavorful, these tender dumplings are lovingly crafted from scratch using basic ingredients. Paired with a rich tomato sauce, this dish is a timeless treasure that will warm your heart and satisfy your soul.

2. Spinach and Ricotta Gnocchi: Experience a vibrant twist on the classic with our Spinach and Ricotta Gnocchi. Bursting with the freshness of spinach and the creaminess of ricotta cheese, these dumplings add a delightful pop of color and flavor to your plate. Tossed in a light tomato cream sauce, this dish is a delightful symphony of textures and tastes.

3. Sweet Potato Gnocchi: Discover a unique and nutritious take on gnocchi with our Sweet Potato Gnocchi. Made with a blend of mashed sweet potatoes and all-purpose flour, these dumplings have a naturally sweet and earthy flavor. Served with a creamy tomato sauce and a sprinkle of crispy sage, this dish is a delightful fusion of flavors that will surprise and delight your senses.

4. Gnocchi in Pesto Sauce: Embark on a culinary adventure to Liguria, Italy, with our Gnocchi in Pesto Sauce. This classic combination features delicate gnocchi enveloped in a vibrant and aromatic pesto sauce, made with fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Topped with a generous shaving of Parmesan, this dish is a celebration of Italian flavors that will leave you craving more.

5. Gnocchi alla Sorrentina: Experience the culinary wonders of Sorrento with our Gnocchi alla Sorrentina. This hearty and flavorful dish combines gnocchi, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese, creating a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Baked to perfection in the oven, this dish is a true Italian masterpiece that will impress your family and friends.

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CREAMY BUTTERY TUSCAN GNOCCHI RECIPE



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Soft, tender pillows of gnocchi enveloped in a full-flavoured cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic and fresh basil. Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food all cooked in one pan!

Provided by Karina

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter, ((or olive oil))
1 brown shallot, (chopped (or 1 small onion))
4 cloves garlic, (minced)
1 pound (500 g) uncooked potato gnocchi, ((the dry packaged gnocchi -- not fresh))
1/2 cup jarred sun dried tomato strips in oil, ((reserve 2 teaspoons of the jarred oil for cooking))
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 1/4 cups heavy cream, ((thickened cream or half andf half))
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
salt & pepper, (to taste)
1 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil, ((or parsley))

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Melt the butter and sauté shallots until transparent, about 2 minutes. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the gnocchi and let sear in the butter for a minute. Add the sun dried tomatoes and reserved oil. Cook for a further minute to release flavours into the gnocchi.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, cream and Italian herbs. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together and reduce heat to medium. Cover pan with lid and let cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach leaves and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
  • Stir through parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Let simmer for a further minute or until gnocchi is soft, cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
  • Season with a little extra salt & pepper, if needed, to suit your taste.
  • Serve immediately.*

Nutrition Facts : Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Fat 27 g, Calories 450 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY GNOCCHI WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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This gnocchi dish works for meatless Monday, and from start to finish can be plated in less than 20 minutes. If desired, add some cheese or other spices and herbs.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Gnocchi

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package gnocchi
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon basil chiffonade (thinly sliced fresh basil leaves)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes with liquid and season with salt and pepper. Cook tomato sauce until slightly thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Once gnocchi float to the top, drain, and transfer to a serving dish. Top gnocchi with tomato sauce and sprinkle with basil chiffonade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 419.9 mg

GNOCCHI WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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This mouthwatering Italian recipe for gnocchi with tomato sauce was adapted from Martha Stewart Living, February 2004.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes with juice, crushed by hand
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) tomato sauce
2 sprigs basil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, flakes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Basic Potato Gnocchi
Thinly shaved parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add wine; cook until most liquid has evaporated. Add tomatoes and juice, tomato sauce, basil, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until slightly thick, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
  • Bring a large pot water to a boil; add 1 tablespoon salt. Add half of the gnocchi; when they rise to the top (after about 2 minutes), continue to cook until tender, about 15 seconds more. Transfer gnocchi with a slotted spoon to pan with sauce. Repeat process with remaining gnocchi.
  • Reheat gnocchi over low heat; gently toss. Serve with cheese shavings.

GNOCCHI WITH TOMATO SAUCE AND MOZZARELLA



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Known as 'gnocchi alla sorrentina,' this classic Italian pasta dish that uses simple ingredients and tastes delicious. Use homemade or store-bought gnocchi.

Provided by saretta

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ onion, finely chopped
1 ½ (14.5 ounce) cans passata (crushed tomatoes)
salt to taste
1 (18 ounce) package potato gnocchi
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 (4 ounce) ball fresh mozzarella, cubed
4 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add passata and salt; simmer over low heat while you prepare the gnocchi.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Pour 1 ladle of tomato sauce into the bottom of a baking dish. Add gnocchi, remaining tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese; toss to combine. Arrange cubes of mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  • Place baking dish in the oven and broil until mozzarella cheese is melted and sauce has slightly reduced, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven and garnish with basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 744.1 calories, Carbohydrate 73.2 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 39.6 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 1100.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

GNOCCHI IN TOMATO CREAM SAUCE.



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Make and share this Gnocchi in Tomato Cream sauce. recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dale7793

Categories     Potato

Time 1h50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs home-made or bought gnocchi
1 small onion
1 carrot
1 celery rib
2 3/4 lbs canned, peeled tomatoes
1 1/2 ounces butter
salt and pepper
8 ounces cream
1 pinch ground nutmeg
parsley (for sprinkling)

Steps:

  • Chop the onion, carrot and celery.
  • Melt the butter in a large frying pan or pot and add the onion, carrot and celery.
  • Cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 425 fahrenheit (210 celsius).
  • Add the tomatoes,including the juice,to the pan along with salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for about 30 minutes until thickened.
  • Don't forget to stir occasionally.
  • Put in the blender and puree.
  • Pour it back into the pan, remove from the heat and stir in cream and nutmeg.
  • Season to taste.
  • Place the gnocchi in a large baking dish and cover with the sauce. (Precook the gnocchi to package directions if you are using storebought gnocchi.)
  • Bake in preheated oven until very hot and starting to brown on top.
  • About 7-10 minutes.
  • Serve immediatly, sprinkled with parsley.
  • The sauce can be made a day ahead up until adding the cream.
  • Only add the cream and bake just before serving.
  • This makes a great and very tasty vegetarian dish or side dish.
  • I like to make it with spinach gnocchi.
  • Serve with bread to mop up the delicious sauce.

RICOTTA GNOCCHI IN TOMATO SAUCE



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If you like trying out new dishes and enjoy Italian food, you should give this recipe a try. We think you'll agree that homemade pasta just tastes better.-Jenn Martin, Sebago, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
GNOCCHI:
1 carton (15 ounces) whole-milk ricotta cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
Minced fresh basil, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until flavors are blended, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, for gnocchi, in a large bowl, mix ricotta cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in enough flour to form a soft dough that holds its shape., In a Dutch oven, bring 4 quarts water to a boil. Divide dough into eight portions. Roll each into a 1/2-in.-thick rope; cut crosswise into 3/4-in. pieces., Cook gnocchi in batches in boiling water 2-3 minutes or until they float; remove with a slotted spoon. Drain well. Add gnocchi to sauce; gently stir in mozzarella cheese. If desired, sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh, ripe tomatoes. This will give your sauce a richer flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes. Just be sure to drain them well before using.
  • Add a little bit of sugar to your sauce to help balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • If you want a creamier sauce, add a little bit of heavy cream or milk.
  • Serve your gnocchi in tomato cream sauce with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and some fresh basil.

Conclusion:

Gnocchi in tomato cream sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tender gnocchi, creamy sauce, and flavorful tomatoes is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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