Goat Cheese and Tomato Gnocchi
This creamy goat cheese tomato gnocchi pasta dish cooks in less than 10 minutes for an easy and decadent restaurant quality dinner at home.
Equipment
- Large sauté pan
Ingredients
- 8.5 oz Bella Sun Luci Bruschetta with Italian Basil Sun Dried Tomato and Extra Virgin Olive Oil sub any brand julienne cut sun dried tomatoes
- 1½ cups water
- 1½ tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ¾ tsp salt
- 4 oz goat cheese divided
- 2 lb potato gnocchi
- 6 sprigs fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- First, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Next, add jarred sun dried tomatoes, water, red wine vinegar, tomato paste, minced garlic, and salt to a blender. Blend on medium speed until smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Transfer the sauce to a large sauté pan and warm over medium heat until lightly steaming, about 2 to 3 minutes. Crumble three-quarters of the goat cheese into the sauce and stir to incorporate as the cheese melts, about 3 to 4 minutes. Then turn heat to low to keep warm.
- While the sauce warms, boil the potato gnocchi until a few begin to float to the top of the pot. Use a spider strainer or slotted spoon to scoop them out of the pot, and check for doneness by gently pressing into the gnocchi with a fork (if they are soft, they are done cooking). Transfer the cooked gnocchi to the sauce.
- Stir to combine gnocchi with the goat cheese tomato sauce, then remove from heat. Plate with a garnish of crumbled goat cheese and a fresh sprig of basil, and serve immediately.
Notes
Tomato paste: Did you know you can easily freeze tablespoon-size portions of unused tomato paste, so you don't have to open a whole can just to throw most of it out? Simply measure out tablespoonfuls and dollop them on a parchment paper-lined tray that will fit in your freezer. Freeze for about 1 hour, then transfer to an airtight bag for storage in the freezer until needed!
Buying gnocchi: We recommend looking for a local Italian market to buy authentic handmade gnocchi from for the best taste and texture. If you can't easily find this, the best store-bought alternatives are the Nuovo Pasta (Whole Foods) and Delallo (Target) brands!
Serving suggestions: This decadent gnocchi pairs well with fruity wines (white or red) and a side of fluffy Italian bread for sopping up the sauce.
Storing & reheating leftovers: If there's any of this gnocchi left, you can store it in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Simply reheat in the microwave and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 1004mg | Potassium: 669mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 858IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 7mg