Description
This 30 Minute Creamy Tomato Gnocchi with Burrata is a luscious, comforting Italian-inspired dish combining pillowy potato gnocchi with a rich, creamy tomato sauce and fresh burrata cheese. Bursting with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, a hint of garlic, and fragrant basil, this recipe is quick to make and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Sauce 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
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced or torn (plus some for garnish)
Main Ingredients
- 2 (16-oz.) packages potato gnocchi (DeLallo brand recommended)
- 2 (4-oz.) balls fresh burrata cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. While waiting, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the crushed garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes, being careful not to burn them. Increase the heat to medium and add the cherry tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most tomatoes break down and the mixture becomes jammy, about 10 to 12 minutes. If garlic begins to burn, reduce heat to medium-low. Season the sauce with red pepper flakes if using, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream to create a rich, creamy sauce.
- Cook the gnocchi: Once the water boils, add the potato gnocchi and cook them according to the package instructions until al dente (usually 2 to 3 minutes or until they float to the surface). Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain the remaining water.
- Combine sauce and gnocchi: Transfer the cooked gnocchi and the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet with 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.
- Add burrata and serve: Break the burrata cheese balls into pieces and evenly disperse them over the gnocchi and sauce in the skillet. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with the remaining fresh basil. Serve immediately for a creamy, flavorful meal.
Notes
- If you prefer less spice, omit the red pepper flakes.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency—it helps the sauce cling better to the gnocchi.
- Use fresh burrata cheese for best results; it adds a creamy texture that balances the tomato sauce.
- Cooking times for gnocchi can vary by brand; watch for floating gnocchi as a sign they’re done.
- Gnocchi can be substituted with store-bought frozen potato gnocchi for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: creamy tomato gnocchi, burrata gnocchi, quick Italian dinner, tomato cream sauce, easy gnocchi recipe
