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Creamy Pesto Gnocchi with Roasted Tomatoes

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A quick and easy comfort food recipe featuring pillowy potato gnocchi tossed in a silky creamy pesto sauce with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) potato gnocchi, fresh or store-bought
  • 1 pint (about 300g) cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup (120ml) basil pesto, homemade or store-bought
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • ¼ cup (25g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, torn for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Toss to coat evenly. Roast for 15–20 minutes until tomatoes are soft, blistered, and skins wrinkle.
  2. While tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook according to package instructions (2–3 minutes or until they float). Using a slotted spoon, transfer gnocchi to a large skillet heated over medium heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté for 2–3 minutes to get a slight golden crust.
  3. Reduce heat to low. Add minced garlic to skillet with gnocchi and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in pesto and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine and warm for about 2 minutes. Add pasta water or cream if sauce is too thick.
  4. Fold in roasted tomatoes with their juices carefully. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through for another minute.
  5. Remove from heat. Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the top and toss lightly. Garnish with torn fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep reserved pasta water handy to adjust sauce consistency. Do not overcook gnocchi to maintain pillowy texture. Roasting tomatoes is key for sweetness and depth. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. Adjust salt gradually as pesto and Parmesan add saltiness.

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Keywords: pesto gnocchi, roasted tomatoes, creamy pasta, quick dinner, easy weeknight meal, vegetarian, comfort food

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