TOMATO MASCAPONE GNOCCHI
It’s not every day an airplane meal leaves a lasting impression. But after trying a creamy tomato mascarpone gnocchi on a Delta flight, I knew I had to recreate it. This recipe brings together pillowy gnocchi, a velvety tomato mascarpone sauce, and spinach for the ultimate cozy meal.

TOMATO MASCARPONE GNOCCHI
Ingredients
- 16 oz gnocchi
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, diced small
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 280 mL tomato puree
- 3/4 cup water
- 175 g mascarpone
- Handful of spinach, optional
- Parmesan, freshly grated
- 1/2 tsp Italian herbs
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped
Method
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface (about 2-3 minutes).
- Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and tomato paste and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato puree, water, basil and spices. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the mascarpone until fully melted and incorporated.
- Add the spinach and let it wilt into the sauce.
- Toss the cooked gnocchi and Parmesan (if using) into the sauce, stirring gently to coat.
- Plate the gnocchi and garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.