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Mushroom Gnocchi with Parmesan Cream Sauce


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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Mushroom Gnocchi with Parmesan Cream Sauce is the ultimate comfort food. Soft gnocchi combined with earthy mushrooms and a velvety, rich Parmesan sauce makes this dish irresistibly creamy and satisfying. Perfect for a cozy night in, it’s quick to make and will have you coming back for seconds!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Mushroom Gnocchi:

  • 1 pound (450g) potato gnocchi

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 pound (450g) mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster), sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Parmesan Cream Sauce:

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • A pinch of nutmeg (optional)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mushrooms:
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Add minced garlic and butter, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

  2. Cook the Gnocchi:
    In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook gnocchi according to the package instructions until they float to the surface (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.

  3. Make the Parmesan Cream Sauce:
    In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg (optional).

  4. Combine and Serve:
    Add the cooked gnocchi and sautéed mushrooms to the saucepan. Toss gently to coat everything in the creamy sauce. Cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes to heat through. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Notes

You can substitute the mixed mushrooms for any variety of mushrooms you prefer. Shiitake and cremini mushrooms work particularly well.
For a richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan.
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little of the gnocchi cooking water to adjust the consistency.
Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy touch.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 9 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg