Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ medium onion, finely chopped
12 ounces (340 g) cremini mushrooms, sliced
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 heaping teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅓ cup dry white wine (or vegetable broth)
1 cup heavy cream (or whipping cream)
1 pound (450 g) shelf-stable potato gnocchi
2 cups fresh baby spinach, packed
½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Sauté aromatics:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden. -
Add mushrooms and garlic:
Stir in the sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the mushrooms to release their moisture and begin browning. -
Deglaze and add flavor:
Add the Dijon mustard and pour in the white wine. Stir and let it simmer for about 1 minute to reduce slightly. -
Cook the gnocchi in the sauce:
Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the uncooked gnocchi. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 3 minutes. -
Add spinach:
Remove the lid, stir in the spinach, then cover again and cook for another 3 minutes, until the spinach has wilted and the gnocchi are soft. -
Finish with parmesan:
Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of wine or cream to thin it. -
Serve and garnish:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra parmesan cheese before serving. Enjoy hot and creamy right from the skillet!
Notes
- If you prefer a slightly tangier sauce, add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or basil can be added for an extra layer of flavor.
- This dish tastes best when served immediately but reheats beautifully for lunch the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired