Browned Butter Gnocchi with Thyme
Gnocchi pasta in a savory browned butter and herb sauce. An easy but elegant dinner!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 182kcal
For the Gnocchi:
- 2 16 oz. packages fresh gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons butter
For the Sauce:
- 6 tablespoons butter sliced
- 1 tablespoons fresh chopped thyme
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add gnocchi and cook for 1-2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet. Add gnocchi to the skillet in batches and saute for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer gnocchi to a plate and keep warm as you work.
In the same skillet, add the 6 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. When the butter has melted, stir in the thyme. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter is a light golden brown.
Remove from heat and stir in the gnocchi and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with grated Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 189mg | Fiber: 1g