Stunning 15-Minute Creamy Pesto Gnocchi Fix
Make this Creamy Pesto Gnocchi for a fast, flavorful Italian dinner. You get soft gnocchi coated in a rich, bright pesto sauce with minimal work.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup prepared basil pesto
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to package directions until they float. Drain well and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let it brown.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the basil pesto until the sauce is smooth and uniformly green.
- Add the drained gnocchi to the skillet. Toss gently to coat every piece in the sauce.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use store-bought pesto for supreme speed.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water from cooking the gnocchi.
- Feel free to add toasted pine nuts as a garnish for crunch.
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- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
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