Creamy Tomato and Spinach Gnocchi with Cannellini Beans
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Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Pour in the tomatoes, the vegetable stock and add the drained cannellini beans. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
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In the meantime, cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions until they float to the top, then drain.
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Into the skillet with the tomato and bean mixture, stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for a few minutes to thicken.
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Add the cooked gnocchi to the sauce, followed by the baby spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
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Squeeze in fresh lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the gnocchi in bowls, and garnish with fresh basil leaves torn or chopped.