Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata: Quick & Comforting Delight

Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata is a quick and comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Use light olive oil for a milder taste.
6-8 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred.
2 pints Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with canned tomatoes if necessary.
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to dietary needs.
1/2 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half.

For the Gnocchi

2 packages Potato Gnocchi 16 oz each; gluten-free varieties available.

For the Finish

2 balls Fresh Burrata Cheese Best served fresh.
1/2 cup Fresh Basil Can substitute dried basil.

Equipment

Large pot
Skillet
Wooden spoon

Method

Preparation Steps

Boil a large pot of salted water for the gnocchi.
In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until jammy.
Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Cook gnocchi in boiling water according to package instructions.
Combine drained gnocchi with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
Garnish with burrata and basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. This dish can be frozen without burrata for up to 3 months.

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