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gnocchi with creamy pesto sauce

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Vegetarian
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4
Author: Valentina | The Baking Fairy

Ingredients

  • 1 package dry gnocchi
  • ½ cup pesto either homemade or storebought
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, and cook the gnocchi according to package directions. Don't forget to salt the water!
  • In a small nonstick pot, combine the pesto, heavy cream, and grated cheese, and heat over medium until the sauce is warm and the cheese has melted.
  • When the gnocchi is ready, drain them and return them to the pot, then pour in the pesto sauce.
  • Mix everything together, then portion out 4 bowls and top with parmesan cheese to serve. Enjoy!