Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil.
02 - 8 oz crimini mushrooms.
03 - 16 oz potato gnocchi.
04 - 1/2 cup chicken broth.
05 - 1 cup heavy cream.
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced.
07 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs from Provence.
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika.
09 - 5 oz fresh spinach.
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste.
11 - Black pepper, to taste.
12 - Red pepper flakes, to taste.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat olive oil in large skillet. Cook seasoned sliced mushrooms on high heat 1-2 minutes until browned. Remove half to a plate.
02 - Add gnocchi, broth, cream, garlic, seasonings and salt to skillet with remaining mushrooms.
03 - Bring to boil on medium heat and stir. Cover and cook gnocchi about 5 minutes while sauce boils.
04 - Add spinach and cook 5 minutes until wilted to preference, stirring often. Cook longer for thicker sauce.
05 - Season with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes and paprika to taste. Top with reserved mushrooms.

# Notes:

01 - Can be served as vegetarian main dish or side dish with protein.
02 - Cook sauce longer for thicker consistency.

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