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Savory Brown Butter Gnocchi Recipe with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

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A quick and easy comforting dish featuring pillowy gnocchi coated in nutty brown butter and topped with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes. Perfect for cozy dinners with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) store-bought potato gnocchi
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups (300g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8–10 fresh sage leaves, whole (optional)
  • ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, a pinch of salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes, until softened and starting to caramelize.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions (usually 2–3 minutes) until they float to the surface. Use a slotted spoon to transfer gnocchi to a plate, reserving about ¼ cup (60ml) of the cooking water.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Watch carefully as it foams and then turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 4–5 minutes).
  4. Add the fresh sage leaves and minced garlic to the browned butter. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  5. Carefully add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet. Toss gently to coat each piece in the brown butter and garlic mixture. If dry, splash in some reserved cooking water to loosen the sauce.
  6. Remove roasted cherry tomatoes from the oven and add them to the skillet. Gently fold everything together, warming the tomatoes through without breaking them.
  7. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan on top just before serving.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully while browning to avoid burning; remove from heat immediately once browned. Use well-salted water for cooking gnocchi to add seasoning. Roast tomatoes spread out to avoid steaming. Toss gently to keep tomatoes intact. For gluten-free, use rice or cauliflower gnocchi; for dairy-free, substitute butter and cheese accordingly.

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