Creamy Tomato and Roasted Garlic Gnocchi
This Creamy Tomato and Roasted Garlic Gnocchi dish is a flavorful and comforting meal that is easy to make. The gnocchi are cooked in a creamy tomato sauce that is made with roasted garlic, red bell pepper, and onion. The roasted garlic adds a depth of flavor to the sauce, while the red bell pepper and onion add a touch of sweetness and crunch. The heavy cream makes the sauce rich and creamy, and the sun-dried tomatoes add a touch of acidity. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Gnocchi is a type of pasta that is made from potato dough. It is a popular dish in Italy, and there are many different ways to make it. This recipe for Creamy Tomato and Roasted Garlic Gnocchi is inspired by the classic Italian dish, but it has a few modern twists. For example, I use sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream to add a bit of extra flavor and richness to the sauce. I also roast the garlic before adding it to the sauce, which gives it a deeper flavor. The result is a dish that is both traditional and modern, and it is sure to become a favorite.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 60 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 package (1 pound) potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roast garlic in olive oil for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, cook gnocchi according to package directions.
  8. Add roasted garlic, gnocchi, and heavy cream to the sauce. Stir to combine and heat through.
Why It Works
  • The roasted garlic adds a depth of flavor to the sauce.
  • The red bell pepper and onion add a touch of sweetness and crunch.
  • The heavy cream makes the sauce rich and creamy.
  • The sun-dried tomatoes add a touch of acidity.