Easy Kale Pesto Gnocchi

Ingredients

Servings

6 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 14 16

US / METRIC

2 lb

Gnocchi

3 1/3 cups

Kale

cleaned and larger stems removed

1/2 cup

Basil Pesto

1/2 cup

Grated Parmesan Cheese

plus more for garnish

to taste

Salt

to taste

Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

(optional)

Cooking Instructions

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Step 1

In the blender or food processor, blend together Basil Pesto (1/2 cup) and Kale (3 1/3 cups) until combined.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil with a generous pinch of Salt (to taste) . Once boiling, add Gnocchi (2 lb) . Cook for about 3 minutes or according to package directions. Once done, transfer to a large bowl with a slotted spoon. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, just in case you need to loosen the sauce later.

Step 3

Add kale pesto sauce and Grated Parmesan Cheese (1/2 cup) to the bowl with the gnocchi. Mix until combined (make sure to mix gnocchi with pesto while the gnocchi is still hot). If it thickens too much, add a splash of the pasta water to loosen.

Step 4

Sprinkle more parmesan on top if desired and serve. For a spicy kick, garnish with a few Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (to taste) .