Amazing Mushroom Gnocchi with Parmesan Cream Sauce Recipe
This Amazing Mushroom Gnocchi with Parmesan Cream Sauce is a comforting and elegant dish featuring tender potato gnocchi enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce made with sautéed cremini mushrooms, garlic, thyme, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or special occasion, it’s a delightful combination of earthy mushrooms and luscious cream, finished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Gnocchi
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
Sauce and Sauté
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the potato gnocchi and cook according to the package instructions until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Skillet: In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle the olive oil and add the butter. Swirl together until melted and bubbly.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté until golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and chopped thyme; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season: Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Simmer Cream: Pour in the heavy cream, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer gently for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it’s melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Toss Gnocchi: Gently toss the drained gnocchi in the skillet until thoroughly coated with the sauce, warming through for about 2 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh potato gnocchi for the best texture and flavor.
- Ensure mushrooms are well sautéed to develop a deep, rich flavor.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of pasta water or milk to loosen it.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
- To make it gluten-free, verify that the gnocchi is made without wheat flour.
- Serve immediately as gnocchi can get sticky if left standing for too long.
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