Creamy Pesto Gnocchi with Sun Dried Tomatoes & Peas
This gnocchi is creamy rich and everything you'd want for an Italian dinner. So easy to make too.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 222kcal
Ingredients
- 16 to 18 ounce package of gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup jarred pesto
- ½ cup half and half
- 1 cup frozen peas
- ½ cup chopped sun dried tomatoes
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese plus extra for serving
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the gnocchi for 2 to 4 minutes (or according to package directions) in a large pot of water. Drain and reserve ¾ cup of the pasta water.
- Heat the olive oil on medium high heat in a large skillet. Add pesto, half and half, peas, sun dried tomatoes and reserved pasta water. Stir well and cook for a few minutes or until peas are cooked and sauce is bubbly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese and gnocchi. Cook for a few more minutes or until gnocchi are creamy and sauce has thickened while stirring gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with extra parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 288mg | Potassium: 598mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 870IU | Vitamin C: 20.1mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1.9mg