Description
Indulge in a luxurious dining experience with this Millionaire Gnocchi recipe featuring a rich red sauce, flavorful herbed ricotta, and crispy golden toppings.
Ingredients
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Gnocchi and Sauce:
- 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Herbed Ricotta:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Golden Crispies:
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the red sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened. Stir in fresh basil and set aside.
- Cook the gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface (about 2–3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the herbed ricotta: In a small bowl, mix ricotta with parsley, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy and well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Make the golden crispies: In a small pan, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add panko breadcrumbs and stir until golden and toasty, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan and a pinch of salt. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Assemble the dish: Toss the cooked gnocchi gently with the red sauce. Spoon into serving bowls. Add dollops of herbed ricotta on top, then sprinkle generously with golden crispies.
Notes
- For an extra-rich finish, brown the gnocchi in butter after boiling for a crisp edge before tossing with sauce.
- You can use store-bought marinara in a pinch.
- This dish balances creamy, crispy, and savory elements for a truly ‘millionaire’ feel.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
