Pesto Sauce Gnocchi

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 45 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Pesto Sauce
  • Fresh basil leaves : 2 cups
  • Pine nuts : 1/4 cup
  • Garlic cloves : 2
  • Parmesan cheese (grated) : 1/2 cup
  • Extra virgin olive oil : 1/2 cup
  • Salt : 1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper : 1/4 tsp
• Gnocchi
  • Potatoes (peeled and boiled) : 2 lbs
  • All-purpose flour : 1/2 cups
  • Egg : 1
  • Salt : 1/2 tsp

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Steps

• Prepare the Pesto Sauce
• Crush the garlic cloves and set aside.
• In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, crushed garlic, salt, and black pepper.
• Pulse until the ingredients are well combined.
• Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the food processor is running until the sauce reaches a smooth consistency.
• Make the Gnocchi
• Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth.
• In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, egg, and salt.
• Mix until a dough forms.
• Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a long rope.
• Cut the rope into small pieces and shape each piece into a gnocchi by rolling it against the tines of a fork.
• Cook the Gnocchi
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Add the gnocchi to the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
• Remove the cooked gnocchi from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a serving dish.
• Serve the Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce
• Pour the prepared pesto sauce over the cooked gnocchi.
• Toss gently to coat the gnocchi with the sauce.
• Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Tips

• To make the pesto sauce ahead of time, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• If the gnocchi dough is too sticky, add a little more flour until it reaches the right consistency.
• Serve the gnocchi immediately after tossing with the pesto sauce for the best flavor and texture.

Information

• Gnocchi is a traditional Italian pasta made from potatoes and flour.
• Pesto sauce is a classic Italian sauce made from fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.