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Creamy Pesto Gnocchi with Spinach and Artichokes: Your New Favorite 30-Minute Comfort Food

Creamy Pesto Gnocchi with Spinach and Artichokes: Your New Favorite 30-Minute Comfort Food
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This creamy pesto gnocchi is a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner ready in just 30 minutes. Tender gnocchi are tossed in a luscious pesto cream sauce with fresh baby spinach and tangy marinated artichokes, then topped with golden, melted gouda for a comforting, restaurant-quality meal at home.

Ingredients

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  • 500 g (1 lb) gnocchi

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ tablespoon dried oregano

  • ½ tablespoon dried basil

  • 150 ml (¾ cup) white wine, or water

  • 250 ml (1 cup) cream

  • 250 ml (1 cup) water, or vegetable stock

  • 125 g (4 cups) baby spinach

  • 280 g (9 oz) jar marinated artichokes, drained

  • 4 tablespoons basil pesto

  • 200 g (1 ⅔ cups) gouda or similar cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set to 180°C (356°F).

  2. Sauté aromatics: In a cast-iron skillet or stainless steel pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until soft and translucent. Stir in dried oregano and basil, cooking 1–2 minutes.

  3. Cook the gnocchi: Add more oil if needed, then add gnocchi. Stir occasionally until lightly golden, about 3–5 minutes.

  4. Deglaze and simmer: Pour in white wine or water, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Add cream and water (or stock), and simmer about 5 minutes until gnocchi are cooked through.

  5. Combine and finish: Stir in pesto, baby spinach, and artichokes. Spinach will wilt from the heat. Sprinkle shredded gouda on top.

  6. Bake: Transfer pan to the oven and bake 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

  7. Serve: Enjoy directly from the pan for a cozy, creamy meal.

Notes

  • Gnocchi: Use fresh or store-bought; lightly frying first adds extra texture.

  • Spinach: Baby spinach wilts quickly—add it at the end to retain vibrant color.

  • Cheese: Gouda melts beautifully, but mozzarella or fontina also works.

  • One-pan shortcut: Use an oven-safe skillet to sauté, simmer, and bake for minimal cleanup.

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