Pesto Gnocchi

Name: Pesto Gnocchi
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb gnocchi; 2 cups fresh basil; ½ cup parmesan; 1 tbsp pine nuts; 1 clove garlic; ⅓ cup olive oil; salt and pepper

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
413 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian

Pesto Gnocchi

Christopher House

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Pesto Gnocchi is one of the most comforting meals that you can whip up in just 10 minutes flat. Made with homemade basil pesto and soft pillowy gnocchi, it truly couldn't be easier or more delicious!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb gnocchi (500g)
2 cups fresh basil (30g)
½ cup parmesan fresh grated (50g)
1 tbsp pine nuts
1 clove garlic
⅓ cup olive oil extra virgin (80ml)
salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Meanwhile make the pesto by adding all ingredients to a bowl and blitz with an immersion blender to a smooth saucy consistency.
Cook the gnocchi according to packet instructions or until they float to the top of the water (reserve a little cooking water).
Drain the gnocchi once cooked and add back to the pot. Add the pesto sauce and stir until thoroughly coated. Add a splash of reserved water to emulsify if needed.
Serve with extra parmesan cheese.

Notes

What nuts to use - pine nuts are traditionally used to make basil pesto but you could also use almonds, cashews, walnuts or pistachios. I've tested pesto with all of those nuts and it's delicious!
Don't overcook - Gnocchi cooks much quicker than pasta, you know that they are ready once they all float to the top of the water.
Olive oil - Use a good extra virgin olive oil if possible it'll give the pesto the best flavour.
Cheese - You can use Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Romano to make the pesto.
leftovers - leftover pesto will last well in the fridge for 3-4 days (it may oxidase but just give it a stir). Leftover gnocchi will last for around 1-2 days but is best eaten immediately.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 413kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 586mg (24%) Potassium 62mg (2%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 731IU (15%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 192mg (19%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 413 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	413kcal	21%
Carbohydrates	42g	14%
Protein	10g	20%
Fat	24g	37%
Saturated Fat	5g	25%
Cholesterol	9mg	3%
Sodium	586mg	24%
Potassium	62mg	1%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	731IU	15%
Vitamin C	2mg	2%
Calcium	192mg	19%
Iron	5mg	28%