Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi with Brown Butter and Sage
Trader Joe's beloved cauliflower gnocchi stars in this easy 15-minute dinner.
Serves4
Cook15 minutes to 18 minutes
Trader Joes’ Cauliflower Gnocchi is a fan favorite among many TJ’s regulars, and it’s easy to see why. It’s ready in 10 minutes, it’s vegan and gluten-free, and it’s just as satisfying as the classic — all while being made up of 75 percent cauliflower. I still reject a lot of cauliflower substitutes (particularly rice), but TJ’s hit the nail on the head with this gnocchi, and it’s the perfect blank canvas for adding your own flair.
Here, I’ve paired the gnocchi with a nutty brown butter and sage sauce, which makes this easy dinner feel fancy. All you need to grab from TJ’s is the gnocchi, some sage leaves, unsalted butter, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
You’ll start by cooking the gnocchi in a skillet, which gives it a slightly crisped exterior that contrasts the soft, pillow-y inside. Brown the butter in a pot, then add the sage leaves, spinach, and a pinch of salt. Add the gnocchi, give it a toss, then serve with plenty of Parmesan on top.
Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Brown Butter and Sage
Trader Joe's beloved cauliflower gnocchi stars in this easy 15-minute dinner.
Cook time 15 minutes to 18 minutes
Serves 4
Nutritional Info
Ingredients
- 2 (12-ounce) bags
frozen Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi
- 5 tablespoons
unsalted butter
- 1 (5-ounce) bag
baby spinach
- 10
fresh sage leaves
- 1/4 cup
grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon
kosher salt
Instructions
Cook 2 bags frozen Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi on the stovetop according to package directions.
Melt 5 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat. Swirl it around the pan constantly until the butter begins to foam and is browned and has a nutty fragrance, 2 to 3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low. Add 5 ounces baby spinach, 10 fresh sage leaves, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Cook until the spinach is wilted. Add the cooked gnocchi and toss to combine. Sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Recipe Notes
Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.