Gnocchetti with Pea Cream
- Vegetarian
- Energy Kcal 594
- Carbohydrates g 99.3
- of which sugars g 9.1
- Protein g 23.8
- Fats g 11.3
- of which saturated fat g 6.23
- Fiber g 9.4
- Cholesterol mg 31
- Sodium mg 544
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 20 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Bright green color from sweet peas and the soft texture of Gnocchetti with Pea Cream really make this dish stand out on a busy weeknight. Fresh, springy flavors work with the fluffy, pillowy bites of gnocchetti pasta and the creamy, slightly herby, nice pea sauce. Popular with home cooks because it’s both comforting and DELICIOUS, this dish pulls together a modern take on classic gnocchetti with pea cream that looks pretty on any dinner table and tastes even better. Meals around the table get a little more fun with these great textures and the gentle sweetness families enjoy—plus, that fresh pop of color never misses. You’ll often see it as the star for family gatherings or quick dinners when people want something familiar but just a touch special, and it fits right in for both casual nights and special celebrations.
Busy families looking for something new for weeknight dinners or seasonal produce recipes often reach for this classic gnocchetti with pea cream. The dish adapts easily for make-ahead dinners, quick lunches, or even when you want something crowd-pleasing but simple for budget-friendly meals. Gnocchetti pasta holds onto every bit of that rich, savory green cream (honestly, every bite is SO good)—kids like the fun shape, adults love the creamy flavor. For serving, this works great topped with a sprinkle of cheese or chopped fresh herbs if you like (always nice for a quick finish). Versatile enough for lunch, dinner, or entertaining, so families keep coming back...the main appeal comes down to that unbeatable combo: creamy sauce, soft gnocchetti pasta, and those sweet seasonal peas everyone seems to LOVE. Reliable, great-tasting, visually appealing, and truly a smart choice—you’ll definitely find this dish welcomed at any family dinner or friendly get-together.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Gnocchetti Sardi pasta 14.1 oz (400 g)
- Peas 1.1 lbs (500 g) -
- Grana Padano PDO cheese 0.75 oz (20 g) - to grate
- Sardinian pecorino cheese 1 oz (30 g)
- Vegetable broth to taste
- Nutmeg to taste
- Butter 2 tbsp (30 g)
- Shallot 1.1 oz (30 g)
- Fine salt to taste
How to prepare Gnocchetti with Pea Cream
First, prepare the pea cream: finely chop the shallot and heat the butter in a large saucepan 1, add the chopped shallot 2 and let it sauté for a couple of minutes 3;
add the peas 4, stir to flavor 5, and let them cook for about 15 minutes, until they are very tender, adding vegetable broth if needed 6, and season with salt.
Transfer the cooked peas 7 to a blender cup and blend until a smooth mixture is obtained 8. If desired, you can also strain the cream through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pea skin residues. Return the pea cream thus obtained to a saucepan and add the nutmeg 9,
season with white pepper 10; add the grated Pecorino 11 and Grana Padano DOP 12, mix well, and keep warm.
Meanwhile, bring plenty of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchetti 13 for the time indicated on the package; drain them al dente and quickly toss them in the saucepan with the cream (14-15). Adjust the salt if necessary and serve the gnocchetti with pea cream piping hot.