Millionaire Gnocchi with Creamy Sauce
An indulgent yet easy weeknight meal featuring fluffy gnocchi coated in a rich creamy sauce, perfect for comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 500 g potato gnocchi Frozen gnocchi works well
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Quality matters
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley For garnish
- 1 tablespoon truffle oil Optional but adds a luxurious touch
- to taste Salt Salt the water generously
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Cooking the Gnocchi
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface.
- Drain and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Combining and Serving
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Drizzle with truffle oil and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For optimal texture, don't overcrowd the pot when cooking the gnocchi and remember to salt the water generously. If the sauce becomes too thin, whisk in a teaspoon of cold cream off the heat or add more Parmesan.