Gnocchi with Spring Herb Pesto of Baby Arugula and Basil

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Total Time:
25 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Yield:
4 to 6 servings
Level:
Easy
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups baby arugula
  • 4 cups basil leaves
  • 1 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1/4 cup
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 pound fresh gnocchi

Directions

In the bowl of a food processor, combine arugula, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, and garlic. With the motor running, add 1 cup olive oil in a slow stream until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

In a large pot of boiling salted water, add gnocchi. Cook until they rise to the surface (just a few minutes for fresh pasta.) Drain well, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water.

In a large pan or bowl, combine pesto with remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and reserved pasta water. Pesto should become a sauce-like consistency. Add gnocchi and toss to combine. Serve, garnished with extra cheese.

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  • on June 25, 2010

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    Pesto is one of my favorite "sauces" and I've enjoyed many recipes using basil with romaine, arugula, mint...This one has too much olive oil. I think 3/4C would be better. Some lemon juice brightened it up. Also, makes enough for 2 lbs. of pasta or gnocchi.

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  • on June 27, 2007

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    I threw in some cubed grilled chicken and it was a fantastic meal!!!!

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  • on February 28, 2007

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    This take on pesto is knocked up a notch with the bite from the arugula.
    Very tasty-Loved this recipe.

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