Creamy Pesto Gnocchi
This Creamy Pesto Gnocchi is a dreamy, indulgent dish that combines pillowy gnocchi with a rich, velvety pesto sauce. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a meal that’s bursting with vibrant basil flavor, balanced by the creamy richness of Parmesan and butter.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces gnocchi 1 package
- ⅕ cup onion finely diced
- ½ Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup prepared basil pesto
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, saute onion in olive oil until it becomes clear.
- Stir in garlic and butter until the butter is melted and the garlic is fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Whisk in flour and cream, then season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 4 minutes, stirring the whole time.
- Stir in cheese and pesto. Keep stirring (about 4 minutes) until completely combined.
- Pour sauce over the gnocchi and toss until coated. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 705kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 13gFat: 52gSaturated Fat: 27gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 987mgPotassium: 84mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1998IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 264mgIron: 5mg
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