Gnocchi With Creamy Spinach Sauce

Step 1

1 In a large saute pan or pot over medium-high heat, heat the oil until it shimmers

Step 2

2 Add the onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, nutmeg and cayenne pepper and cook, stirring regularly, until the onions start to soften and turn translucent, about 5 minutes

Step 3

3 Add the spinach and evaporated milk and bring to a simmer

Step 4

4 Add the gnocchi, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi are soft and tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes

Step 5

5 Divide among bowls and serve hot

Step 6

6 NOTE: You can add the spinach while still frozen if you want to save an extra step

Step 7

7 Just note that the sauce will be thinner

Step 8

8 For a richer sauce, replace the evaporated milk with 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream