Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Ground Beef Gnocchi—a satisfying dish packed with tender gnocchi, savory beef, and a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for cozy nights, this easy one-pan meal comes together in just 30 minutes for a hearty and flavorful dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are tender.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet, gently stirring to coat the gnocchi in the creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and well combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For an extra depth of flavor, try browning the mushrooms separately before adding them to the skillet.
- Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version.
- Want some spice? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers? Store in an airtight container and reheat gently on the stove with a splash of cream or broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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