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Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce Recipe

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Prepared pesto makes a flavorful sauce for gnocchi and vegetables.

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Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

5 15 20

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
1 cup diced zucchini
1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1 cup chopped tomatoes
Toasted pine nuts, optional

Directions

Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute zucchini and yellow pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Drain gnocchi; add to skillet with the pesto. Gently stir until coated. Stir in tomatoes. Sprinkle with pine nuts if desired. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Analysis: 1 cup (calculated without pine nuts) equals 371 calories, 11 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 14 mg cholesterol, 671 mg sodium, 56 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 12 g protein.

Originally published as Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce in Weeknight Cooking Made Easy Annual 2005, p193

Pine Nuts

Also know as pignolia or pinon, the pine nut is the small seed from one of several pine tree varieties. They are small elongated ivory-colored nuts measuring about 3/8 inch long and having a soft texture and a buttery flavor. Frequently used in Italian dishes and sauces such as pesto, pine nuts are often toasted to enhance their flavor.

Light-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

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Reviewed on May. 02, 2011 by jwagner831

Easy, delicious, pretty and good for you. My 6-year-old had seconds! Delicious and a keeper.

Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2010 by Cyndy Rogers

This recipes was DELICIOUS (not to mention quite economical for 4 people)! And so simple! I substituted broccoli flowerets for the zucchini because that is what I had on hand, and it was fabulous. And very pretty - perfect for dinner parties or fancy entertaining. A keeper for sure. I will be making this recipe again.

Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2009 by debihunt

This recipe was great, but i altered it a bit to give it a bit more kick. Instead of the yellow pepper, I added a red pepper as well as a medium onion chopped, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 tsp italian seasoning, and 1 tsp vegetable spice. I will definitely make this one again.