Easy Creamy Pesto Gnocchi
Easy Creamy Pesto Gnocchi comes together in less than 10 minutes using pillowy dumplings and is leveled up with earthy pesto and toppings.
Servings: 3
Calories: 308kcal
Ingredients
- 1 package Gorgonzola Gnocchi Frozen, Trader Joe's
- ½ cup Pesto homemade or store-bought
- ¼ cup Dried Cranberries
- ½ cup Pecans Toasted
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- Additional toppings to consider--sundried tomatoes cherry tomatoes, grilled chicken breasts, roasted asparagus, extra parmesan cheese, etc.
Instructions
- In a large skillet, with no added oil--toast your pecans over medium heat. Shake the pan regularly to prevent the nuts from burning. Cook until nuts are slightly toasted brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Pour the contents of Trader Joe's Gnocchi with Gorgonzola into the same skillet. Cook as directed, stirring constantly to keep it from sticking.
- Add pesto and stir until well combined into a creamy pesto sauce. 1-2 minutes.
- Splash in a little heavy cream, chicken broth, white wine, or a simple splash of water if needed to achieve the preferred sauce thickness.
- Garnish with dried cranberries and toasted pecans. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 399mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1040IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg
