Gnocchi Alfredo with Caramelized Onions
Indulge in the heavenly harmony of our Gnocchi Alfredo with Caramelized Onions. This delightful dish brings together pillowy potato gnocchi, smothered in a luscious Alfredo sauce enriched with freshly grated Parmesan. The sweet symphony of caramelized onions adds a layer of complexity, creating a comforting and flavorful experience. Elevate your dining moments with this scrumptious twist on a classic comfort dish.
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz box gnocchi
- ½ large white onion sliced (to caramelize)
- 2 tbsp butter divided
- 1 cup half and half or heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- salt & pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, to garnish
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter. Add thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and caramelized. This process may take around 15-20 minutes. Set aside.½ large white onion, 2 tbsp butter
- In the same skillet, melt the other half butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.2 tbsp butter, 3 cloves garlic
- Pour in the chicken stock, heavy/whipping cream and Dijon mustard. Add dried basil and dried parsley. Stir to combine.1 cup half and half, ½ cup chicken stock, 1 tsp dijon mustard, 1 tsp dried basil, 1 tsp dried parsley
- When at a gentle simmer, add gnocchi. Cover, but stir occasionally if gnocchi is not completely submerged. Cook until they are tender and cooked through. This should take approximately 10-15 minutes.1 16 oz box gnocchi
- Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the mixture, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.1 cup parmesan cheese
- Fold in the caramelized onions, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dish.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preferences.salt & pepper
- Top with freshly ground pepper and fresh chopped parsley.fresh parsley
