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Gnocchi in Vodka Sauce Recipe

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This rich and creamy Gnocchi in Vodka Sauce recipe features pillowy gnocchi tossed in a smooth tomato and vodka-infused sauce, enhanced with fresh basil, butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese for a comforting Italian-inspired dish.

Ingredients

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Gnocchi

  • 16 oz gnocchi (shelf stable or fresh)

Vodka Sauce

  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp vodka
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 10 basil leaves
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Add 2 tablespoons of salted butter to a 4-quart pan or pot over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking for about 7 minutes until they become soft and fragrant.
  2. Add Tomato Paste: Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste with the softened onions and garlic, mixing thoroughly to combine the flavors.
  3. Add Vodka and Simmer: Pour in 3 tablespoons of vodka, stir well, and let the mixture simmer for 3 minutes to cook off the alcohol and infuse the sauce.
  4. Add Crushed Tomatoes and Cook: Incorporate 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes into the pan, reduce the heat to low, and cook the sauce gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Blend Sauce with Basil: Transfer the sauce to a high-speed blender with 10 fresh basil leaves and blend until very smooth and creamy.
  6. Return Sauce to Pot: Pour the blended sauce back into the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes on low heat to meld the flavors.
  7. Cook Gnocchi: Prepare the gnocchi according to the package instructions, usually boiling them in salted water until they float to the surface.
  8. Finish Sauce with Cream and Cheese: Turn off the heat on the sauce, then stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated.
  9. Combine and Serve: Drain the cooked gnocchi and add it to the vodka sauce. Stir gently to coat the gnocchi evenly, then serve warm.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, use homemade crushed tomatoes if possible.
  • You can substitute fresh gnocchi for shelf-stable, but cooking time may vary.
  • If you prefer less alcohol taste, simmer the sauce longer after adding vodka.
  • Garnish with extra basil or Parmesan before serving for added aroma and flavor.
  • Be careful not to overcook gnocchi as they can become mushy.

Keywords: Gnocchi, Vodka Sauce, Italian Pasta, Creamy Tomato Sauce, Comfort Food

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