Creamy Pesto Gnocchi Recipe
A hearty, meatless, weeknight meal that takes less than 30 minutes to make. With creamy mozzarella and parmesan cheese plus delicious basil pesto, our Creamy Pesto Gnocchi is a family-friendly dinner everyone will love.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy dinner, Easy Family Dinner, Gnocchi, Pesto Recipes
Servings: 4
Calories: 705kcal
- 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
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.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH CREAMY PESTO GNOCCHI:
Calories: 705kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 987mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1998IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 264mg | Iron: 5mg