Brown Butter Gnocchi with Spinach and Pine Nuts
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this indulgent yet effortless Brown Butter Gnocchi with Spinach and Pine Nuts. Featuring pillowy potato gnocchi tossed in a rich and nutty browned butter sauce, this dish is brought to life with the earthy crunch of toasted pine nuts, the vibrant freshness of baby spinach, and the fragrant touch of garlic. Finished with a dusting of freshly grated parmesan, every bite is a perfect balance of creamy, savory, and crispy textures. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan recipe combines gourmet flavors with ultimate ease, making it an ideal choice for both cozy family meals and sophisticated entertaining. Perfect for fans of Italian-inspired comfort food, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking quick, wholesome, and flavor-packed dinners.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams potato gnocchi
- 100 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams baby spinach
- 50 grams pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the gnocchi.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and add the pine nuts. Toast them, stirring frequently, for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Remove the pine nuts from the pan and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and then cook until it begins to turn golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn.
Step 4
Add the garlic, thinly sliced, to the brown butter and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5
Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi in the boiling water according to package instructions, usually about 2-3 minutes, or until the gnocchi floats to the surface. Drain and reserve a small cup of pasta water.
Step 6
Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the brown butter and garlic. Toss to coat evenly.
Step 7
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Step 8
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the toasted pine nuts and toss everything together.
Step 9
Serve immediately, sprinkled with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (877.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2110.0 |
| Total Fat 179.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 80.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.7g | |
| Cholesterol 355.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4207.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 102.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.8g | |
| Protein 39.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 40IU | 0% |
| Calcium 742.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1053.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories