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Presto Pesto Gnocchi
with spinach and peas
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesVegetarian
Chef
Rachel Post
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In Your Box (serves 4)
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24 oz. Par-Cooked Gnocchi
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8 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 5 oz. Peas
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2 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
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2 oz. Shredded Asiago Cheese
- 2 oz. Baby Spinach
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2 oz. Basil Pesto
- 0.14 oz. Lemon Juice
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories550
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Carbohydrates67g
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Net Carbs63g
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Fat25g
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Protein14g
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Sodium1210mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Plate
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Cook the Gnocchi
Line a plate with a paper towel.
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil.Add gnocchi to hot pan. Stir occasionally until tender and golden-brown, 5-7 minutes.Transfer gnocchi to towel-lined plate. Keep pan over medium heat; no need to wipe clean. -
2 Make the Sauce
Add cream base to hot pan. Bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, add spinach, peas, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Stir occasionally until spinach is wilted and peas are heated through, 2-3 minutes. -
3 Add the Gnocchi
Add gnocchi, lemon juice, pesto, half the cheese (reserve remaining for garnish), and butter to hot pan. Stir occasionally until combined, 1-2 minutes.
Remove from burner. -
4 Finish the Dish
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping gnocchi with remaining cheese. Bon appétit!
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