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Italian Skillet Gnocchi and Peas
Prep Time
5
minutes
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Cook Time
25
minutes
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Total Time
30
minutes
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Course:
Main Dish
Cuisine:
Italian
Servings:
4
servings
Ingredients
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4
tablespoons
butter
-
divided
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16
ounces
potato gnocchi
-
fresh (not frozen)
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1
tablespoon
minced garlic
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2
teaspoons
chopped fresh thyme
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1 ½
cups
chicken broth
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1
teaspoon
House Seasoning Blend
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10
ounces
sweet peas
-
frozen
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1
teaspoon
lemon zest
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1
tablespoon
fresh lemon juice
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½
cup
fresh grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add gnocchi and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
Add garlic and thyme, and cook, for about 1 minute.
Add broth and House Seasoning blend and bring to a simmer.
Cook the gnocchi for 3 minutes; add peas and continue to simmer for 2 more minutes or until liquid is reduced by half.
Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter; stir until butter melts.
Remove from heat and top with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
Cheese:
Use good quality fresh parmesan cheese. This makes all the difference in the flavor. Grate your own cheese for this recipe.
Pasta:
There are many great brands out there however, it is easy to make your own. Find out how to make this pasta like an
Italian grandma
.
Variation tip:
Pancetta or bacon bits on top really enhances the flavor of the dish.