Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata Recipe
Soft pillowy gnocchi simmered in a rich and creamy tomato sauce, finished with fresh basil and topped with luxurious burrata for an indulgent yet simple Italian-inspired meal.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1–2 balls burrata cheese
- 1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 3. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until soft.
- 4. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5. Pour in crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar if using.
- 6. Simmer sauce for 8–10 minutes.
- 7. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, cooking until sauce is smooth and creamy.
- 8. Add cooked gnocchi to the sauce and gently toss to coat.
- 9. Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil.
- 10. Serve warm topped with torn burrata and extra basil.
Notes
- Use fresh gnocchi for the best texture.
- Add sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: creamy tomato gnocchi, gnocchi with burrata, tomato cream sauce