Follow these steps for perfect results
olive oil
N/A
onion
diced
garlic cloves
minced
sun-dried tomatoes
drained
roasted red peppers
drained
San Marzano tomatoes
N/A
chicken broth
N/A
salt
N/A
white pepper
N/A
sugar
N/A
fresh basil leaves
cut into thin strips
frozen spinach
thawed and liquid squeezed out
heavy cream
N/A
water
from the gnocchi
Simply Potatoes Traditional Mashed Potatoes
N/A
frozen spinach
thawed and liquid squeezed out
garlic powder
N/A
eggs
N/A
salt
N/A
all-purpose flour
N/A
Heat olive oil in a large pot.
Saute diced onion and minced garlic until softened.
Add chopped roasted red peppers to the pot.
Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, San Marzano tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, white pepper, and sugar.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Puree the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender.
Stir in basil, spinach, and heavy cream.
Set soup aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the gnocchi.
Combine mashed potatoes, spinach, and garlic powder in a food processor.
Pulse until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
Add eggs, flour, and salt.
Mix until the dough comes together.
Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead 20 times.
Divide dough into 6 portions.
Roll each portion into a rope about 1 inch thick.
Cut into 1-inch segments.
Place gnocchi on a floured cookie sheet.
Cook gnocchi in boiling water for 2 minutes.
Remove with a slotted spoon and add to the soup.
Repeat until all gnocchi is cooked.
Stir in 1 cup of gnocchi water into the soup.
Expert advice for the best results
Roast the red peppers yourself for a deeper flavor.
Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Soup can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a bowl, garnish with a swirl of cream and fresh basil.
Serve with crusty bread.
Pair with a side salad.
Light and crisp.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Comfort food
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