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Creamy Pesto Gnocchi
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Creamy Pesto Gnocchi

20 minServes 2Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • gnocchi (shelf-stable or fresh)Grains500 g
  • pesto (basil pesto)Pantry60 g
  • heavy creamDairy150 ml
  • parmesan (finely grated)Dairy40 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce2 pieces
  • butterDairy20 g
  • olive oilPantry15 ml
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

743kcal

Carbs
95 g
Proteins
21 g
Fat
31 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Frying pan
  • Colander
  • Grater

step by step

Method

  1. Boil the gnocchi

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface.
    Step 1
  2. Make the creamy pesto sauce

    • Melt the butter with the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
    • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, without browning.
    • Stir in the cream and pesto and let it simmer gently.
    Step 2
  3. Combine

    • Drain the gnocchi, reserving a little cooking water.
    • Add the gnocchi to the sauce with the parmesan and toss to coat, loosening with a splash of cooking water if needed.
    • Season with salt and black pepper.
    Step 3
  4. Serve

    • Plate the gnocchi and finish with extra parmesan and black pepper.
    Step 4