Description
This One Pan Gnocchi alla Vodka is a creamy, flavorful Italian-inspired dish that combines tender potato gnocchi with a rich vodka tomato sauce, infused with garlic, onions, and a touch of Italian seasoning. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that comes together quickly in a single skillet.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 small onion, chopped finely
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 fluid ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1/4 cup vodka
- 2 dashes Italian seasoning
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Handful fresh basil, sliced thinly
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onion: Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until it’s translucent and lightly browned.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Simmer tomatoes and vodka: Pour in the diced tomatoes with juices and the vodka. Allow the mixture to simmer for about one minute to meld the flavors.
- Add seasoning, dairy, and gnocchi: Stir in Italian seasoning, half-and-half, and the uncooked gnocchi. Mix well, reduce heat to medium, cover the pan, and cook for 5 minutes to allow the gnocchi to cook through.
- Finish with cheese and basil: Remove the lid, stir in freshly grated parmesan cheese and sliced basil. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the gnocchi is fully cooked and sauce is creamy. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a deep skillet or sauté pan to have enough room to cook the gnocchi evenly.
- You can substitute heavy cream for half-and-half for a richer sauce.
- Be cautious with salt; parmesan cheese adds savory saltiness.
- For a vegetarian version, ensure the vodka is alcohol-free or omit it.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried Italian herbs if fresh isn’t available.
- Serve with extra parmesan on top for added flavor.
