How can you make this recipe creamy?

Our copycat Olive Garden gnocchi soup is a creamy soup. It uses either cream or half and half to give it a creamy texture. You could also use other forms of cream or milk to give it a creamy gnocchi soup too if you prefer.u003cbr /u003e

Vegetable gnocchi soup makes a great meal on a cool day or night, or you can serve it as an appetizer or alongside your favorite sandwiches. We often serve it with Olive Garden Breadsticks, dinner rolls, or other breads. u003cbr /u003e

What other vegetables can you substitute?

When you make Copycat Olive Garden Vegetable Gnocchi Soup, you can sub in whatever vegetables you like! You can add peas, corn, mushrooms, or carrots, to name a few possibilities. You could also add in kidney beans if you like for some protein.u003cbr /u003e

How can I make vegan gnocchi soup?

Gnocchi soup only needs a slight variation to make it a vegan gnocchi soup. To make it vegan, either omit the heavy cream/half and half or substitute the cream with oat milk or other non-dairy milk. Just make sure the gnocchi you use does not contain any cream or milk products. Also, use oil instead of butter to sauté the onions.u003cbr/u003eu003cimg class=u0022wp-image-30035u0022 style=u0022max-width:100%;u0022 src=u0022https://thebellyrulesthemind.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/instant-pot-gnocchi-soup-2.jpgu0022 alt=u0022creamy gnocchi soupu0022/u003e

Can you make this gnocchi soup ahead of time?

You can make gnocchi soup ahead if you like. The flavors will meld together the longer it sits. But, keep in mind, the gnocchi will absorb liquid, so you may need to add more vegetable broth, half and half, or both to bring it back to its correct consistency when reheating.u003cbr /u003e

To store this vegetable soup with potato gnocchi, allow it to cool completely first. Once it is cool, ladle it into an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. If you want to freeze it, then you can ladle it into a freezer safe container and store for up to 6 months.u003cbr /u003e

How do you reheat leftover gnocchi soup?

When you are ready to reheat leftover gnocchi soup, you can ladle it back into the Instant Pot and put it on sauté for a few minutes until it heats through. You will want to watch it carefully and stir on occasion. u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eYou could also place it in a large pot and heat over medium heat on the stove top. u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eIn either case, if you find the gnocchi has absorbed the liquid, you can add a bit more vegetable broth to the soup. All you need to do is stir it in until it reaches the consistency you prefer.u003cimg class=u0022wp-image-30036u0022 style=u0022max-width:100%;u0022 src=u0022https://thebellyrulesthemind.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/instant-pot-gnocchi-soup-1.jpgu0022 alt=u0022creamy gnocchi soupu0022/u003e

Instant Pot Creamy Gnocchi Soup

Description

Copycat Olive Garden Vegetable Gnocchi Soup turns pillowy gnocchi into a spot on at home version of the popular soup. This creamy soup features a blend of fresh ingredients to make an indulgent comfort food your family will love. On a cool night, nothing beats a creamy gnocchi soup combined with garlic breadsticks, so make sure to try this soup tonight!

Ingredients

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1 package 16-ounce potato gnocchi
2 tablespoons butter
1 Teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 small yellow onion diced
1 stalk celery chopped
3 cloves garlic crushed
3 cups low sodium Vegetable stock
1 cup carrots chopped into small pieces
2 strings fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1-1/2 cup fresh spinach baby spinach or roughly chopped spinach leaves
1 cup Heavy cream or 2 cups half and half

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Instructions

First, melt the butter in the Instant Pot using the SAUTE setting.
Next, add the onions and celery and cook for 2 minutes or until the onions are soft and translucent. When the onions are ready, add the garlic and cook for a minute.
Next, add carrots, potato gnocchi, salt, black pepper powder, Italian seasoning, vegetable broth, and thyme. DO NOT stir but press gently so that gnocchi is under the veggie broth.
With the ingredients added, switch off the sauté setting.
Next, secure the lid and set the vent to SEALING. Once sealed, select the PRESSURE COOK/MANUAL setting and set the cooking time for 1 minute. When the cooking program ends, quickly release the steam.
Carefully remove the lid.
Next, choose the SAUTE-low, take out the bay leaf and thyme, and then press the sauté button again.
Finally, stir in the heavy cream and spinach. Give the spinach a few minutes to wilt, stir, and let the soup simmer for 2 minutes.
Serve the soup with warm garlic bread sticks or your favorite rolls.

Notes

When you make creamy gnocchi soup, you will want to follow these easy tips and tricks to make the best tasting soup you have ever had:

Pair the soup with your favorite bread or breadsticks
Make it your own by adding extra veggies to the soup
When reheating, add a bit more liquid to bring it back to a consistency you prefer

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Additional Time: 0 hours
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cuisine: Italian