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Lemon Cream Gnocchi

A delightful and creamy gnocchi dish infused with fresh lemon flavor, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Gnocchi
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi store-bought or homemade
Lemon Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 2-3 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated, for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Gnocchi
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
Make the Lemon Cream Sauce
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the lemon cream sauce. Toss gently to coat the gnocchi in the sauce.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce.

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