Ingredients and Weight:
- Gnocchi, fresh or frozen: 1 pound (454 grams)
- Ground beef: 1 pound (454 grams)
- Onion, chopped: 1/2 cup (120 grams)
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves (6 grams)
- Vodka: 1/2 cup (120 milliliters)
- Tomato sauce: 2 cups (480 milliliters)
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (120 milliliters)
- Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup (50 grams)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and drain any excess fat.
- Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in the vodka and cook until it reduces by half, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer until the sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Add the gnocchi to the sauce and cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until tender.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 500 per serving
- Fat: 20 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and flavorful vodka sauce
- Tender and fluffy gnocchi
- Rich, meaty flavor from the ground beef
User Comments:
- "This gnocchi dish is absolutely delicious! The sauce is perfect, and the gnocchi is cooked to perfection."
- "I love that this recipe is easy to follow and doesn't take too long to make."
- "The ground beef adds a nice depth of flavor to the dish."
- "I served this with a side salad and it was a perfect meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality vodka for the best flavor.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or half-and-half.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and add more vegetables, such as bell peppers or mushrooms.
