Name: Creamy Tomato Gnocchi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half; 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water; 1 lb potato gnocchi shelf-stable or refrigerated; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; pinch sea salt and black pepper; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan plus more for serving; fresh basil for finishing; pinch red pepper flakes optional

01

Overview

Prep10 min

Cook15 min

Total25 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil2 cloves garlicminced1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half1/2 cup vegetable broth or water1 lb potato gnocchishelf-stable or refrigerated1/2 tsp dried oreganopinch sea salt and black pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesanplus more for serving fresh basilfor finishingpinch red pepper flakesoptional

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Equipment

Wide pot or deep skillet
Wooden spoon
Measuring cups
Bowls for serving

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Method

01

Sauté the garlic

Warm olive oil in a wide pot over medium heat. Soften garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant, not browned.

02

Simmer the gnocchi

Stir in crushed tomatoes, cream, broth, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a soft simmer, add gnocchi, and cook 5 to 8 minutes until tender and the sauce thickens.

03

Finish and serve

Stir in Parmesan off heat. Taste, adjust salt, top with basil and more cheese. Serve warm in bowls.

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Tips

NoteAurora prefers the garnish. I prefer the last bite.

NoteMake it once, then make it yours with tiny swaps.

NoteLeftovers are friends if you store them kindly.

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Nutrition

Caloriesvaries

NoteApproximate; depends on servings and toppings

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Storage

RefrigeratorStore covered and reheat gently when needed.

Best freshFlavor and texture are happiest the day you make it.

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Frequently asked

Can I change it a little?+

Yes — keep the heart of the method and swap toppings or veggies as you like.

How do I store leftovers?+

Cool, cover, and refrigerate. Reheat gently when needed.

Is this hard?+

No — easy steps, soft kitchen energy.

Creamy Tomato Gnocchi

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment