Cauliflower Orange Gnocchi

• package gnocchi (I use DeLallo)1
• unsalted butter↗2
• a medium-large head of cauliflower, cored and thinly sliced into bite-sized pieces on a mandoline (about 3 cups)
• shallots, minced (about 1/3 cup)↗2
• heavy cream (see notes)↗0.25 cup
• red pepper flakes↗0.5
• salt (more to taste)↗1.5 teaspoon
• juice and zest of 1 orange (about 2 tablespoons of juice, zest to taste)
• chives for topping

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook the gnocchi according to package directions. Set aside.

2. 2

   Heat the butter over high heat in a large nonstick skillet. Add cauliflower, shallot, and cooked gnocchi; let it sit for a few minutes and then stir and repeat. You want the cauliflower and gnocchi to get browned, and the shallots to get soft.

3. 3

   Add in the cream, orange juice, red pepper flakes, and salt. Simmer for just a minute or two until desired consistency is reached – everything should be coated in a silky light sauce.

4. 4

   Serve immediately topped with fresh chives and orange zest. OH MY GOODNESS.