Fast Creamy Pesto Gnocchi: A Delight in Every Bite!
A quick and delicious creamy pesto gnocchi recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package gnocchi (about 16 oz)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the top.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream and pesto sauce to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
- This dish can be made in under 20 minutes!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg