30 Minute Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata
This 30 Minute Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata is a delightful combination of tender gnocchi enveloped in a rich, tangy tomato cream sauce, topped with luscious burrata cheese that melts into a creamy dream. It's quick, flavorful, and versatile, making it the perfect weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 tbsp Olive Oil
4-5 cloves Garlic, minced
1 (28 oz) can Canned Crushed Tomatoes
½ cup Heavy Cream
½ cup Vegetable Broth
1 (16 oz) package Potato Gnocchi
2 (4 oz) balls Fresh Burrata Cheese
¼ cup Fresh Basil, chopped
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
Pinch of Sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Begin by mincing your garlic and chopping your fresh basil. Grate the Parmesan cheese. Set aside your burrata balls, ready to deploy
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant
- Build the Sauce Base: Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes. Stir in the vegetable broth, heavy cream, and a pinch of sugar (if using). Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer
- Cook the Gnocchi: While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package directions
- Combine Gnocchi and Sauce: Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the cooked gnocchi into the simmering sauce
- Finish and Serve: Stir the gnocchi gently into the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat. Distribute the gnocchi among serving bowls and tear or cut the burrata on top
- Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh chopped basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese
Notes
Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk and use a dairy-free cheese.