Imagine a dish that combines the pillowy softness of perfectly cooked potato gnocchi with a rich, golden-brown sauce that promises to transport you straight to the heart of Italy. This isn't just another pasta recipe - it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy meal you can create right in your own kitchen. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a gourmet dish that looks complicated but is surprisingly easy to master!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping mushrooms, mincing garlic, and grating parmesan cheese.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
- Add potato gnocchi to the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, typically 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook.
- While gnocchi are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add butter.
- Once butter begins to melt, add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the mushrooms and sauté for an additional 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer cooked gnocchi directly from the water to the skillet with mushrooms and butter.
- Gently toss gnocchi in the skillet to coat with butter and mushrooms, allowing them to develop a light golden-brown color.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the gnocchi and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- • Always use a slotted spoon when transferring gnocchi to prevent overcooking and maintain their delicate texture. • Make sure your skillet is at medium-high heat to achieve that beautiful golden-brown color on the gnocchi. • Don't rush the mushroom cooking process - letting them brown properly develops deep, rich flavor. • Fresh parmesan and parsley are key to elevating the final presentation and taste. • If the butter starts to brown too quickly, lower the heat to prevent burning. • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine when sautéing the mushrooms. • Serve immediately while hot to enjoy the best texture and taste of the gnocchi.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 50mg
