Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Gnocchi
A delightful and creamy gnocchi dish with shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a rich garlic sauce.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 package 16 oz gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes julienned
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Ensure shrimp are peeled and deveined. Mince the garlic, and julienne the sun-dried tomatoes. Rinse the spinach leaves.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add gnocchi and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream. Let simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp and gnocchi to the skillet. Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese. Cook until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
Storage
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. Cook gnocchi until they float for a perfect texture.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce. Substitute shrimp with chicken for a different protein.
How to Serve: Serve with garlic bread or a crisp salad.
Storage & Freshness: Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare ingredients ahead of time to streamline cooking.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce. Substitute shrimp with chicken for a different protein.
How to Serve: Serve with garlic bread or a crisp salad.
Storage & Freshness: Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare ingredients ahead of time to streamline cooking.