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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Gnocchi Recipe

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Gnocchi

Packaged potato gnocchi is coated in a creamy garlic, herb, and Parmesan sauce for a cozy skillet dinner ready in about 30 minutes. This recipe serves approximately four.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounces Potato gnocchi
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Cook the gnocchi according to the package directions, usually in boiling salted water until the pieces float. Drain well and reserve a little cooking water.
  2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a smooth roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken broth.
  4. Add the thyme, basil, and oregano, then continue cooking and whisking for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan until melted and smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes. Do not boil the sauce after adding the cheese.
  6. Add the cooked gnocchi and gently toss until coated. Warm through briefly, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Grate Parmesan from a wedge for the smoothest sauce. If the sauce becomes too thick, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of reserved gnocchi cooking water. Fresh gnocchi may cook faster than shelf-stable or frozen gnocchi, so follow the package directions.