Step 1

Cook the gnocchi according to package directions. Drain, set aside, and return the empty pot to the stove.

Step 2

Melt butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add garlic to butter and sauté for about a minute until garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

Add flour to butter and whisk to form a roux. Cook for 30 seconds or so to cook out any raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly add milk to roux, whisking constantly to break up any lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce has just begun to thicken.

Step 6

Stir chopped spinach into sauce and cook 3-4 minutes more until spinach has wilted and sauce has thickened.

Step 7

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove pot from heat.

Step 9

Add parmesan cheese to sauce and stir to combine.

Step 10

Return cooked gnocchi to sauce and stir to combine. Serve immediately.