Creamy Pesto Gnocchi (Skillet, 20 minutes)

Name: Creamy Pesto Gnocchi (Skillet, 20 minutes)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 16 ounces potato gnocchi; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup fresh basil pesto; Parmesan Cheese

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
4
Calories
438 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Creamy Pesto Gnocchi (Skillet, 20 minutes)

Damien Ray

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This gnocchi with creamy pesto sauce is an easy dinner made with only 6 ingredients!

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Ingredients

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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
16 ounces potato gnocchi
1/4 cup dry white wine or vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup fresh basil pesto (homemade or refrigerated)
Parmesan Cheese for serving

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Instructions

In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the gnocchi in a single layer and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and crisp.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the wine and deglaze the pan with a wooden spoon. Simmer until the wine has almost evaporated.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cream to the skillet. Allow it to simmer for about 1 minute, then remove it from the heat and stir in the pesto. Taste and season with salt, as desired.
Serve warm with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

Substitutions:
Storage:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing any pasta made with cream sauce as it separates.
Heavy Cream: You can substitute the heavy cream for half and half. I do not recommend using plain milk as the sauce will not thicken.
Gnocchi: Use your favorite store-bought gnocchi. If you use frozen gnocchi, be sure to cook it slightly longer over low heat.
White Wine: Substitute the wine for vegetable or chicken broth.
Pesto Sauce: Using homemade pesto sauce will really enhance the flavor of this recipe. If you use store-bought, use fresh pesto sauce from the refrigerated section for the best flavor. If you want a richer pesto flavor, add more pesto sauce to this dish.
Thinner sauce: Add more chicken broth to thin the sauce.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 438kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 50mg (17%) Sodium 539mg (22%) Potassium 41mg (1%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 925IU (19%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 70mg (7%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 438 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	438kcal	22%
Carbohydrates	43g	14%
Protein	6g	12%
Fat	27g	42%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	7g	35%
Trans Fat	0.2g	10%
Cholesterol	50mg	17%
Sodium	539mg	22%
Potassium	41mg	1%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	2g	4%
Vitamin A	925IU	19%
Vitamin C	0.2mg	0%
Calcium	70mg	7%
Iron	4mg	22%