Description
This creamy Parmesan sauce recipe is perfect for elevating gnocchi into a rich and comforting meal. Made with butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, it comes together quickly on the stovetop with simple ingredients. The sauce is velvety, flavorful, and seasoned to taste with salt and pepper, making it an irresistible pairing for soft, pillowy gnocchi.
Ingredients
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For the Cream Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, preparing the base for your sauce.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant but not browned, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to combine with the butter and garlic.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low to prevent boiling over.
- Add Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted into the sauce, creating a creamy consistency.
- Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve: Spoon the warm sauce generously over cooked gnocchi and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh grated Parmesan for best flavor and melting.
- Do not let the sauce boil vigorously to avoid curdling.
- If sauce thickens too much, thin with a splash of milk or cream.
- Gnocchi can be store-bought or homemade, cooked according to package or recipe instructions.
- Optional: Add fresh herbs like basil or parsley for added flavor.
