Irresistible Millionaire Gnocchi
Irresistible Millionaire Gnocchi is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish featuring soft potato gnocchi coated in a rich sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, butter, and garlic. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- Potato gnocchi – 1 lb (450 g)
- Heavy cream – 1 cup (240 ml)
- Parmesan cheese, grated – 1/2 cup (50 g)
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded – 1 cup (100 g)
- Butter – 2 tablespoons (30 g)
- Garlic, minced – 2 cloves
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley), chopped – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – to taste
- Black pepper – to taste
- Prepare the gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and gently drop the potato gnocchi in. Cook until they float to the surface, usually about 2-3 minutes, then scoop out with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Make the creamy cheese sauce: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
- Add the cheeses: Gradually mix in the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth and thickened to your liking.
- Combine gnocchi and sauce: Gently fold the cooked gnocchi into the cheesy sauce, making sure each piece is fully coated with that rich, silky goodness.
- Season and garnish: Season with salt, pepper, and freshly chopped herbs like basil or parsley. Serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Use fresh gnocchi for best texture and sauce absorption.
- Do not overcook gnocchi; boil only until they float.
- Simmer the sauce gently to help cheese melt evenly without separating.
- Grate cheese fresh rather than using pre-grated for better melting.
- Add fresh herbs just before serving to retain vibrant color and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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