Ingredients
Gathering the right ingredients is key to enhancing the flavors of this dish. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
If you don’t have heavy cream on hand, half-and-half can be a lighter substitute, though it may slightly alter the creaminess of the sauce.
Instructions
Follow these steps to create a dish that’s destined to become a favorite at your table:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked gnocchi and shrimp back into the skillet, tossing gently to combine everything in the sauce.
- Allow the dish to heat through, about 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International