Lemon Gnocchi with Spinach and Peas

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup frozen baby peas (not thawed)
• 1/4 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes
• 3 cups packed baby spinach (3 ounces)
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1 pound dried gnocchi (preferably De Cecco)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 garlic clove, smashed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice