Soft pillowy gnocchi tossed in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce with seasoned ground beef—this one-pan meal is cozy, filling, and packed with flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty and satisfying.
⏱ Time Required
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Cook: 20 minutes
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Total: ~30 minutes
🍽 Servings
4 servings
🍳 Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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1 cup beef broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 lb potato gnocchi
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½ cup spinach (optional)
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the Beef
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned.
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Drain excess fat if needed.
2️⃣ Build the Flavor
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Add onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft.
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Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Make the Sauce
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Pour in beef broth and simmer 2 minutes.
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Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
4️⃣ Cook the Gnocchi
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Add gnocchi directly to the skillet.
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Cover and simmer 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi is tender.
5️⃣ Finish
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Stir in spinach until wilted (optional).
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Taste and adjust seasoning.
6️⃣ Serve
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Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
🍽 Texture & Flavor
✔ Creamy, rich sauce
✔ Soft gnocchi
✔ Savory seasoned beef
✔ One-pan comfort meal
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Extra cheesy: Add mozzarella or more Parmesan
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Spicy: Add chili flakes or cayenne
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Lighter: Use half-and-half instead of cream
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Veg boost: Add mushrooms or bell peppers
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No beef: Swap with ground turkey or chicken
📊 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
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Calories: 620
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Carbs: 42g
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Fat: 38g
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Protein: 32g