Description
Trader Joe’s pumpkin gnocchi shine in this creamy caramelized onion sauce that elevates autumn comfort cooking. Warm spices and rich textures create an indulgent dish you’ll savor with pure seasonal satisfaction.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 boxes Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 medium sweet onions, diced
Fats and Oils:
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) salted butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more for water)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) water
Instructions
- Melt butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat, creating a flavorful base for the sauce.
- Add sliced onions with salt and red pepper flakes, slowly caramelizing for 30-40 minutes until deep golden brown, occasionally adding water to prevent burning and enhance natural sweetness.
- Incorporate fresh thyme leaves, stirring for 2 minutes to release aromatic oils and deepen the flavor profile.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil, gently add pumpkin gnocchi, and cook for 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface, indicating perfect tenderness.
- Transfer perfectly cooked gnocchi directly into the caramelized onion skillet, tossing with additional butter to coat each pillow.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring gently to create a luxurious sauce, then sprinkle grated cheese to melt and bind the dish together.
- Continue stirring until the sauce reaches a creamy, smooth consistency and the cheese fully incorporates, coating the gnocchi in a rich, golden blanket of flavor.
Notes
- Boost Caramelization Use low and slow heat to transform onions into sweet, golden perfection without burning.
- Prevent Sticking Add small splashes of water or broth while cooking onions to prevent scorching and maintain even browning.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation Swap Trader Joe’s gnocchi with homemade or store-bought gluten-free potato gnocchi for celiac-friendly version.
- Herb Flexibility Fresh or dried thyme work wonderfully, so use what’s available in your kitchen without compromising flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg