Description
This vegan Gnocchi with Cream Sauce recipe delivers a rich, comforting meal featuring tender gnocchi simmered in a savory dairy-free cream sauce flavored with fresh sage, garlic, and a hint of white wine. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect quick dinner that’s both creamy and satisfying, topped with vegan Parmesan for an indulgent touch.
Ingredients
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Oil and Aromatics
- 1 ½ Tbsp oil or vegan butter
- ½ medium onion, finely diced
- 3 Tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- â…“ cup dry white wine (80 ml)
- 1 ¼ cups dairy-free cream or milk (300 ml)
- 1 cup frozen peas (150 g), thawed
Gnocchi and Garnish
- 400 g uncooked gnocchi
- Vegan Parmesan, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare Aromatics: Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic to create the flavor base for the sauce.
- Heat Oil or Vegan Butter: In a large skillet, heat the oil or vegan butter over medium heat until hot.
- Sauté Onion: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add Sage and Garlic: Stir in the chopped sage and minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute while stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add Seasonings and Liquids: Stir in salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, white wine, dairy-free cream or milk, and thawed peas. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Simmer Sauce and Cook Gnocchi: Reduce heat to a simmer, add uncooked gnocchi, and cook for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook until the gnocchi are tender and the sauce thickens. Adjust consistency by adding more cream or milk if too thick, or simmer longer if too thin.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with vegan Parmesan, taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed, then serve hot garnished with extra sage if desired.
Notes
- Use vegan butter or oil of your choice to keep the dish dairy-free.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, reduce the amount of dairy-free milk slightly or simmer longer.
- Frozen peas can be replaced with fresh peas or omitted if preferred.
- Adjust seasoning at the end to suit your taste.
- Ensure gnocchi is cooked through before serving; cooking times may vary slightly depending on the brand.
