Creamy Basil Pesto Gnocchi with Baby Spinach Peas

Creamy Basil Pesto Gnocchi with Baby Spinach Peas

Posted 2014-05-19 by chef@homefollow
This fresh-tasting and creamy basil pesto gnocchi makes a great simple, quick and easy dish to cook for the whole family to enjoy.



Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients
500g packet potato gnocchi
2 brown onions, halved, thinly sliced
1 cup frozen peas
300ml cooking cream
1/3 cup basil pesto
1/4 cup finely grated parmesan
50g baby spinach leaves

Method
  • In a pot, bring lightly salted water to the boil. Add in the gnocchi. Remove from the heat when it boils again.



  • Drain the cooked gnocchi.



  • Heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook the onion, stirring, for 5 minutes or until soft.



  • Add in the peas and cream and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture thickens slightly.



  • Stir in pesto and parmesan.



  • Add the gnocchi and spinach and toss to combine.



  • Divide the gnocchi among serving plates and serve.



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