Description
This Creamy Pesto Gnocchi is so robust and flavorful. The recipe comes together in minutes for an easy weeknight dinner everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 ounce) package of gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pesto, store bought or homemade pesto
- 1/8 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- If you are making homemade pesto, start with that recipe. (It only takes 10 minutes)
- Start boiling the water in a large pot for the gnocchi. Once boiling, add in the gnocchi and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Look at the package instructions for the exact time as it can vary for different brands. Strain into a colander.
- Into a skillet over medium low heat, add in olive oil.
- Once the olive oil is hot, add in shallot, garlic, salt and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until softened, but do not let the garlic and shallot burn.
- Pour in the pesto and cream. Stir and allow it to heat up for a minute.
- Add in the gnocchi and turn heat down to low.
- Toss in the parmesan cheese and gently stir to incorporate.
- Time to Serve!
Notes
*Do NOT overcook the gnocchi. Follow the instructions on the package and immediately strain to avoid overcooking.
*Serve with additional parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: stove top
- Cuisine: Italian