Sep 24 2026
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Gnocchi Al Pesto Recipe

Inspired by Cento
Time30m
Serves4

trumpet mushroom, stracciatella, sarvecchio parmesan

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Ingredients

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Gnocchi and Pesto Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pesto

    With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with black pepper and additional salt if necessary. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Gnocchi

    In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the surface. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes. Drain and reserve a bit of the cooking water.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Trumpet Mushrooms

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced trumpet mushrooms and sauté until golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Combine Everything

    Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the mushrooms. Incorporate the pesto sauce, adding a splash of the reserved cooking water if needed to loosen the sauce and coat the gnocchi evenly.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the gnocchi al pesto and top with dollops of stracciatella cheese and a generous sprinkle of grated Sarvecchio Parmesan. Enjoy!

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