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Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta

Description

Indulge in this creamy gnocchi dish featuring fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese, perfect for a cozy meal or a casual dinner party.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450 g) gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (about 60 g)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (about 150 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 mL)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions (usually until they float—about 2–3 minutes). Drain and set aside, reserving a small ladle of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30–60 seconds—don’t let it brown.
  3. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and toss until wilted, about 1–2 minutes. If the pan looks dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir to combine, then add the crumbled feta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the feta softens and the sauce becomes silky and slightly thickened—about 2–3 minutes. If the sauce seems too thick, stir in a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
  5. Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and gently toss to coat, ensuring each piece is covered in sauce. Heat through for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed (remember feta is salty—taste before adding much salt).
  7. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

This dish is rich due to heavy cream and feta; alternatives like half-and-half can lighten it. Rinsing feta can help reduce sodium.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 37g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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