Not a fan of dairy? Take a look at our Butternut Squash Gnocchi, that relies on the vegetables to deliver the flavour and the creamy texture! This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase through our links, we may earn a commission. It’s no secret that I love my quick pasta meals during busy weeknights. And what could be faster than fresh pasta like gnocchi? Done in 3 minutes flat! All that is left to do is to whip up a flavourful sauce to bathe those little pillowy bites in! And here is where my beloved Spanish chorizo comes in. Not too many things in the food world can compare to the intensity of the flavour packed in cured chorizo. Each little bite is an explosion. I love eating chorizo as a part of my tapas platters but I love cooking with it even more. Just a small amount of this cured sausage, seasoned with garlic and smoked paprika, can impart heaps of flavour. Take a look at my Overnight Breakfast Egg Casserole as an example. Or my Cranberry and Chorizo Dip, which I love serving at Christmas time.
Gnocchi Sauce
If you are not familiar with gnocchi, let me help you discover them. To put it plainly, they are little dumplings, made primarily out of potatoes, and as other types of pasta, they come from Italy. And when paired with the right sauce, there is nothing plain about them! What I mean by the “right sauce” is it needs to be bold and punchy as the little doughy bites can be bland if not cooked with bright and vibrant flavours. For instance, this Gnocchi Bake with Meat Sauce and Mozzarella was inspired by the famous Gnocchi Sorrentina, and delivers quite a flavour punch. It’s also fantastic in a flavourful soup like my Sausage Gnocchi Soup with ‘Nduja. My chorizo and sun-dried tomatoes sauce is another example of the bold and the beautiful. It comes together in 10 minutes. Quick and delicious. Just what we are after. I have added a splash of cream and Parmesan cheese to my sauce because let’s face it…creamy sauces are the epitome of comfort food.
Serving Suggestions
This gnocchi dish is quite rich, so I would recommend serving it as a main dish but it’s always nice to add a delicious salad to balance out the meal. In this case, try my Basil Pesto Caprese Salad or Tomato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette. If you are looking for starters, take a look at my Antipasti Recipe Collection. So many options to choose from!
Storage and leftovers
Got leftovers? Lucky you, as you get to enjoy this all over again! Refrigerate it for 2-3 days in an airtight container. The simplest way to reheat is to use a microwave. It may need to be stirred partway through to make sure it reheats evenly. The gnocchi can also be reheated in a pan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally so it heats throughout. It should be covered to keep it from drying out, and may need a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
More gnocchi recipes
Gnocchi Bake with Meat Sauce and Mozzarella Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi Sausage Gnocchi in Romesco Sauce Chicken Bacon Gnocchi Soup
