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Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata Recipe

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Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata is a comforting Italian-inspired dish featuring soft potato gnocchi smothered in a rich, jammy cherry tomato and garlic sauce, finished with luscious burrata cheese and fresh basil. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or an impressive dinner with friends.

Ingredients

For the Sauce

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 to 8 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
  • 2 pints cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Gnocchi

  • 2 (16-oz.) packages potato gnocchi (I like DeLallo brand)

For Garnish

  • 2 (4-oz.) balls fresh burrata cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced or torn

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium and add the cherry tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the tomatoes break down and become jammy, about 10 to 12 minutes. If the garlic starts to burn, reduce the heat back to medium-low. Season the mixture with red pepper flakes (if using), kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream to create a creamy sauce.
  2. Cook the Gnocchi: When the water is boiling, add the gnocchi and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 2 to 3 minutes or until they float to the surface. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the gnocchi.
  3. Combine Gnocchi with Sauce: Transfer the cooked gnocchi and the reserved cooking water to the skillet containing the tomato cream sauce. Toss continuously over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 2 minutes. Stir in most of the fresh basil, reserving some for garnish.
  4. Add Burrata and Garnish: Break the burrata balls into pieces and evenly disperse them over the creamy gnocchi. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with the reserved fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately for the best, creamy experience.

Notes

  • Use fresh burrata cheese for a rich, creamy finish that melts beautifully into the warm gnocchi.
  • Red pepper flakes add a nice subtle heat but can be omitted for a milder dish.
  • Reserve pasta cooking water as it helps to thicken the sauce and allows it to better coat the gnocchi.
  • This recipe works well with store-bought potato gnocchi for convenience.
  • For a vegetarian option, ensure the gnocchi don’t contain any animal-based additives (most potato gnocchi are vegetarian).

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