Imagine twirling your fork into a plate of pillowy gnocchi, draped in a luxuriously creamy sauce that combines the earthy richness of sautéed mushrooms with the tangy smoothness of goat cheese. This Italian-inspired dish is not just a meal—it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy experience you can create right in your own kitchen. Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistibly decadent recipe that will have your taste buds dancing and your dinner guests begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and slicing mushrooms, mincing garlic, and chopping fresh parsley.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes, allowing them to release their moisture and develop golden brown edges.
- Add minced garlic to the mushrooms and cook for an additional 30-45 seconds until fragrant, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook gnocchi according to package instructions, typically 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface.
- Drain gnocchi and reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water.
- Add drained gnocchi directly to the skillet with mushrooms and garlic.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add heavy cream and crumbled goat cheese, stirring gently to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- If sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water to thin and help sauce coat the gnocchi evenly.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately in warm bowls, ensuring each serving gets an equal portion of mushrooms and creamy sauce.
Tips
- Choose high-quality mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for maximum flavor depth.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when sautéing mushrooms—this ensures they brown beautifully instead of steaming.
- Reserve pasta water before draining gnocchi; it's liquid gold for creating silky, clingy sauces.
- Use room temperature goat cheese for smoother sauce integration.
- For extra richness, consider adding a splash of white wine when sautéing mushrooms.
- Fresh parsley is crucial—it adds a bright, fresh contrast to the creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the gnocchi at its most tender and the sauce at its creamiest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 322kcal
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 50mg
