GNOCCHI WITH ASPARAGUS & OLIVES IN A CREAMY PESTO SAUCE
This honestly is so easy to make and such a nice dish. This is good enough to serve to company. Other than the asparagus and onion that you will need to cut, the rest is all pantry or store bought items. The creamy ricotta and bread crumbs added to the soft gnocchi makes for a perfect dish. Many grocery stores carry fresh and frozen varieties, as all of mine do. Whole Foods, Sams Club, Trader Joes, for those in the US carry them and of course most Italian Markets. They are a nice change from the traditional pasta shapes. I happen to love asparagus in this, but I have also used peas or green beans too. For the pesto, by all means make your own, but a good store brand makes this quick and easy.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bread Crumb Topping -- Make this first and then just set it off to the side. In a small dry saute pan, add the breadcrumbs and bring to medium high heat. You just want to toast them and they don't take long so keep an eye on them. Make sure to keep stirring them. You could easily make your own bread crumbs for this, but I used store bought Italian seasoned bread crumbs which saved some time. Once the bread crumbs are toasted and golden brown, transfer to a small bowl and mix with the olive oil and parmesan cheese.
- Vegetables -- In a large pot of salted boiling water (on a medium boil), add the asparagus and cook until tender. About 3-5 minutes. It depends on how thick your asparagus is. Remove the asparagus with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice water to set the color and to stop the cooking. It just needs a minute in the water, then transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel to dry.
- Gnocchi -- Cook the gnocchi according to package directions. Drain well and return to the pot (keep the heat on medium / medium low.
- Finish -- Add the cream, pesto, olives, and onions to the gnocchi and cook another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through. Check for seasoning and add any additional salt or pepper if needed. Then add in the asparagus, lemon zest and toss lightly.
- Serve -- Transfer to a serving platter and top with the toasted bread crumbs and a scoop of the ricotta cheese. Garnish with the lemon slices from the half of lemon you did not zest. ENJOY!
- Add a fresh cucumber and tomato salad for a nice simple side dish.
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Md jihad YT
[email protected]This was a great recipe for a weeknight meal.
Andre Gendreau
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this again!
Basant Lamsal
[email protected]Not a fan of this recipe.
Sonia Rosas
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy-to-make recipe! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.
shanjida afrin Tahmina
[email protected]I thought this recipe was okay. The gnocchi was a little bland for my taste, but the asparagus and olives were good. The creamy pesto sauce was also good, but it didn't really save the dish.
AJANG MESKIN
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The gnocchi was cooked perfectly, and the asparagus and olives were a great addition. The creamy pesto sauce was delicious and really made the dish.
Habib Asad
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy-to-make recipe! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The gnocchi was soft and fluffy, the asparagus was crisp, and the olives added a nice salty touch. The creamy pesto sauce was the perfect finishing touch.
adeyemo muhammad
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of this recipe. The gnocchi was too soft, and the asparagus was mushy. The creamy pesto sauce was also a bit too heavy for my taste.
Shakir Nizam
[email protected]I thought this recipe was okay. The gnocchi was a little bland for my taste, and the asparagus was a bit overcooked. The creamy pesto sauce was good, but it didn't really save the dish.
Bhote Ma
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I especially liked the creamy pesto sauce. It was very flavorful and really complemented the gnocchi and asparagus.
Saqi Awan
[email protected]I love gnocchi, and this recipe did not disappoint! The gnocchi was cooked perfectly, and the asparagus and olives were a great addition. The creamy pesto sauce was delicious and really made the dish.
Charles Eammuel Kamara
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The gnocchi was soft and fluffy, the asparagus was tender-crisp, and the olives added a nice salty touch. The creamy pesto sauce was rich and flavorful, and it really brought the dish together. We'll definitely b
Qasim Ail
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The gnocchi cooked up beautifully, and the asparagus and olives added a nice pop of color and flavor. The creamy pesto sauce was the perfect finishing touch
Clara Paul
[email protected]This gnocchi with asparagus, olives, and creamy pesto sauce was a delight to make and even more enjoyable to eat! The combination of flavors and textures was spot-on, with the tender gnocchi, crisp asparagus, and briny olives complementing each other