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Gnocchi with Cherry Tomato Sauce

Soft potato dumplings are tossed in a bright cherry tomato sauce layered with sweet-tangy notes, gentle heat from chile, and the briny pop of kalamata olives. Fresh basil lifts the aroma while a shower of Parmesan adds savory richness. Gnocchi with Cherry Tomato Sauce is ideal for a weeknight dinner that tastes restaurant-worthy yet feels comforting and fresh.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Gnocchi with Cherry Tomato Sauce
  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add onion, garlic, and chile pepper; cook until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Increase heat to medium-high; stir in cherry tomatoes.

  4. 4

    Cook until the tomatoes start to break down and form a sauce, about 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in crushed tomatoes; bring to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low and cook for 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat.

  7. 7

    Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the surface, 2 to 3 minutes.

  8. 8

    Gently move the gnocchi to a serving dish using a strainer or slotted spoon.

  9. 9

    Stir basil and olives into the simmering sauce; cook for 1 minute.

  10. 10

    Pour the sauce over the gnocchi.

  11. 11

    Sprinkle the servings with Parmesan cheese.