Guest guest Posted July 5, 2009 Report Share Posted July 5, 2009 Gnocchi with Pesto 1 large bunch fresh basil, washed and leaves removed from stems 1 to 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons pine nuts 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound store-bought fresh gnocchi grated parmesan cheese, for serving 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional), for serving Place the basil, garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts and salt in a food processor. Process until the ingredients are chopped. While the motor is running, drizzle in the olive oil, until the ingredients are finely chopped with the mixture is smooth. Bring some water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add some salt and the gnocchi to the boiling water. The gnocchi is cooked when it comes to the surface of the water. As soon as the gnocchi is cooked, drain it and place in a warmed serving bowl. Pour on the pesto and mix carefully but thoroughly. Serve immediately with extra grated cheese and toasted pine nuts, if desired. Serves 6 ________________ Canada Toolbar: Search from anywhere on the web, and bookmark your favourite sites. Download it now http://ca.toolbar.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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