Gnocchi with Spicy Tomato Wine

Elevate your pasta nights with this irresistible Gnocchi with Spicy Tomato Wine sauce—a bold and comforting dish that combines pillowy potato gnocchi with a rich, zesty tomato sauce infused with dry red wine. Sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes create a flavorful base, while the wine adds depth and sophistication to the crushed tomatoes. Simmered to perfection with hints of basil and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Serve this Italian-inspired favorite with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil for a vibrant, satisfying meal that’s both simple and elegant. Keywords: spicy tomato wine sauce, quick gnocchi recipe, Italian comfort food, red wine pasta sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams potato gnocchi
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 400 grams crushed tomatoes
• 100 milliliters dry red wine
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil in preparation for cooking the gnocchi. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted and hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, red wine, and tomato paste. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Add the sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate all ingredients and let the sauce simmer over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 6

While the sauce simmers, cook the gnocchi in the boiling water according to package instructions, or until they float to the top (typically 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to coat the gnocchi evenly in the spicy tomato wine sauce.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1242.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1495.8

Total Fat 87.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 172.9mg	0%
Sodium 3553.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 38.9g	0%

Vitamin D 42.2IU	0%
Calcium 794.5mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 2084.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 35.4%