This 30-Minute Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata is the ultimate quick and easy dinner that’s full of fresh, simple ingredients. The creamy tomato sauce, tender gnocchi, and indulgent burrata cheese come together in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight meal. The dish is bursting with flavor, from the sweet cherry tomatoes to the rich cream, with a touch of heat from red pepper flakes (optional). Finish it off with fresh basil for a beautiful, aromatic touch!
Ingredients:
- 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
- 2 (16-oz.) packages potato gnocchi
- 2 (4-oz.) balls fresh burrata cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced or torn
Instructions:
- Cook the Gnocchi: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. When the water comes to a boil, add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water and drain the remaining water. Set the gnocchi aside.
- Prepare the Tomato Sauce: While the gnocchi is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Increase the heat to medium and add the cherry tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to break down and become jammy, about 10-12 minutes. If the garlic starts to burn, reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Stir in red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Let the mixture simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Gnocchi with Sauce: Add the cooked gnocchi and reserved pasta water to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Toss everything together until the sauce is thickened and glossy, about 2 minutes. Stir in fresh basil, reserving some for garnish.
- Add Burrata: Break the burrata into pieces and evenly distribute it over the pasta. Remove from heat and garnish with the reserved basil leaves.
- Serve: Serve immediately, enjoying the creamy, cheesy goodness of this quick and satisfying meal!
Notes:
- To Store: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- To Reheat: Rewarm gently in the microwave or on the stovetop. If possible, do not heat the burrata as it’s best served fresh. Add the burrata after reheating the dish.
- To Freeze: This dish freezes wonderfully without the burrata. Store leftovers (without burrata) in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 466 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6.5g
- Sodium: 990mg
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 6g
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