Quick Spring Gnocchi with Asparagus
Servings: 4
A quick Spring gnocchi made with just 7 ingredients! Use fresh asparagus and pesto to brighten this recipe for a delicious weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb store bought gnocchi
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed ends and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 lemon
- 2 tbsp pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- kosher salt and ground pepper
- Extra garnish: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- If required by the instructions on the gnocchi you've purchased, boil and drain the gnocchi before you start cooking the recipe.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the gnocchi and sauté for 5-8 minutes, until the gnocchi start to turn golden brown and are tender on the inside.
- Add in the pieces of fresh asparagus, 1 tablespoon of butter, juice from half a lemon and a big pinch of both salt and ground pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the asparagus is fork tender and still has a bit of a bite, about 3-5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of basil pesto plus half of the grated parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning with more pesto, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes if you choose. Use the rest of the parmesan cheese as garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
*Not an asparagus fan? Substitute with 1-2 cups of frozen peas or try a large bunch of fresh green beans.
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