Gnocchi with Grape Tomatoes, Capers, Thyme, and Shallots in White Wine Beurre Blanc is a delightful culinary symphony that tantalizes the taste buds with its exquisite flavors and textures. This delectable dish features succulent gnocchi swimming in a luscious white wine beurre blanc sauce, artfully complemented by bursts of tangy grape tomatoes, savory capers, aromatic thyme, and a whisper of shallots. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of soft, chewy gnocchi, vibrant acidity, and a touch of brininess, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. Whether you're seeking a sophisticated entrée for a special occasion or a comforting meal to elevate your weeknight dinner, this gnocchi dish, along with the accompanying recipes for the beurre blanc sauce, homemade gnocchi, and a refreshing lemon vinaigrette, promises to impress and delight.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
THE NEW GNOCCHI WITH BUTTER THYME SAUCE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pierce the potatoes all over with a fork. Microwave the potatoes, turning once, until tender, about 12 minutes. Cut the hot potatoes in half and score the flesh to allow the steam to escape. Let the potatoes cool until cool enough to handle, then scoop the flesh into a ricer (see Cook's Note) and rice into a medium bowl. Spread evenly in the bowl to continue to allow the steam to escape. Discard the skins. Add the flour, salt and pepper and gently toss to combine. Form a well and add the egg. Starting in the center, mix well with your hand to combine. Place the dough on a clean counter dusted with flour. Knead the dough just until blended, 4 or 5 times.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece with your palms on the work surface into a 1/2-inch-diameter rope (about 20 inches long). Cut the rope into 1-inch pieces. Roll each piece over a wooden paddle with ridges or over the tines of a fork to form grooves in the dough. Place on a well-floured surface. Continue with the remaining dough, dusting the gnocchi with additional flour as you go.
- Cook the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat until it begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the thyme leaves. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season generously with salt.
- Add the gnocchi to the boiling water and stir with a wooden spoon to prevent sticking. Cook until the gnocchi rise to the surface, about 1 minute. Continue cooking until the gnocchi are tender, 2 to 3 minutes longer. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the gnocchi to the hot thyme butter in the skillet. Toss to coat.
- Spoon the gnocchi and butter sauce into shallow bowls. Top with the Pecorino and serve.
GNOCCHI WITH BUTTER THYME SAUCE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the butter in a heavy medium skillet over medium heat until it begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the thyme leaves. Set aside.
- Pierce the potato all over with a fork. Microwave the potato until tender, turning once, about 12 minutes. Cut the potato in half and scoop the flesh into a large bowl; discard the skin. Using a fork, mash the potato well. Mash in the salt and pepper. Mix in 3 tablespoons of the egg; discard the remaining egg. Sift the flour over the potato mixture and knead just until blended.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece between your palms and the work surface into a 1/2-inch-diameter rope (about 20 inches long). Cut the dough into 1-inch pieces. Roll each piece of dough over a wooden paddle with ridges or over the tines of a fork to form grooves in the dough.
- Cook the gnocchi in a large pot of boiling salted water until the gnocchi rise to the surface, about 1 minute. Continue cooking until the gnocchi are tender, about 4 minutes longer. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the gnocchi to the hot thyme-butter in the skillet. Toss to coat.
- Spoon the gnocchi and butter sauce into shallow bowls. Top with the Pecorino and serve.
CHEF JOHN'S BEURRE BLANC
Although beurre blanc purists would object to the bit of cream in this classic sauce, it does help create a more stable base, enhances the flavor, and makes an even more beautiful color than when made without. Have all the ingredients measured and handy before starting as this sauce comes together rather quickly.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 18m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place wine, lemon juice, cream, shallots, and cream in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and let simmer until liquid is reduced by about 75%, 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to the lowest setting and whisk in about 2 cubes of butter. Keep butter moving until it melts. When melted, add a few more cubes, whisking continuously so butter emulsifies into the wine/lemon juice mixture.
- Continue to add butter, a few cubes at a time until all of it has been incorporated and the sauce has a thick, luxurious texture, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat. Taste for seasonings and add a pinch of salt and cayenne, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 46.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
GNOCCHI WITH HOT AND SWEET PEPPERS
When fresh bell peppers, tomatoes and canned chipotles roast in plenty of olive oil, they become a sweet, smoky and spicy sauce. Use it to glaze gnocchi that have simultaneously crisped in their own pan and dinner is ready without much attention from you. Consider this recipe just a starting point: Add red wine vinegar for a tangy peperonatalike version, blend for a smooth sauce or top with nuts or cheese for protein. (Walnuts, hazelnuts and pine nuts, or feta, ricotta and Cheddar would all be good.) Or simply use the template for roasting vegetables with flavorings and oil to make any number of produce-heavy sauces for coating noodles, beans, grains or chicken.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories weekday, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 450 degrees. In a 3-quart, oven-safe dish (like a 9-by-13-inch pan or a Dutch oven), combine the bell peppers, tomatoes, 1/4 cup oil, chipotle and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir to combine, then place on the oven's center rack.
- On a sheet pan, break up the gnocchi and toss with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil (no need to boil first). Season with salt and shake into an even layer. Transfer to the oven's bottom rack. Roast both the vegetables and the gnocchi until the vegetables are softened and charred in spots and the gnocchi is crisp underneath and still squishy in the middle, 25 to 30 minutes (no need to stir partway through).
- Transfer the gnocchi to the roasted peppers and stir until the gnocchi is glossy red.
CRISPY GNOCCHI WITH TOMATO AND RED ONION
Inspired by panzanella, the beloved Tuscan bread salad, this dish swaps out stale bread for pan-fried gnocchi. The plump, crusty dumplings do a surprisingly good job at soaking up the summery combination of tomatoes, balsamic vinegar and olive oil, while still maintaining their crisp edge. Shelf-stable gnocchi work best, as they are sturdier and crisp up well, but you could use frozen gnocchi, taking extra care not to move them around too much in the pan so they don't break apart. Top with a sharp cheese such as Parmesan, pecorino or ricotta salata, for a hit of saltiness, if you like. This meal is best eaten immediately while the gnocchi remains crispy, but it can sit for up to 30 minutes, giving the flavors time to mingle. (However, don't let it sit too long, as the gnocchi will turn mushy.)
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large (about 12-inch), well-seasoned cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high; add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the gnocchi to the pan, breaking up any that are stuck together. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, tossing every 1 ½ to 2 minutes so they get golden and crispy all over.
- Meanwhile, prepare your tomatoes: If you are using small ones like cherry or grape varieties, simply slice them in half. For larger tomatoes, quarter them or slice into bite-size chunks. (It is good to have a mix of shapes and sizes.) Place the tomatoes and onions in a large serving bowl. Add the balsamic vinegar and 1 teaspoon salt; season with pepper and gently toss.
- When the gnocchi are golden and crispy, add them to the tomatoes, along with 3 to 4 tablespoons of olive oil and a handful each of parsley and basil. Toss and taste, adding more salt or pepper as needed.
- Top with more parsley and basil, and eat immediately or at room temperature.
GNOCCHI WITH GRAPE TOMATOES, CAPERS, THYME AND SHALLOTS IN WHITE WINE BEURRÉ BLANC
Categories Pasta Side Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Dinner Fall Spring Potluck
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook gnocchi according to directions on package, strain and set aside. Add olive oil to pan on low-medium heat and saute shallots and garlic for 3-5 minutes. Add wine and 3 thyme sprigs to pan, increase heat and reduce till there is only about 1/4 cup of wine left. Should take 5 minutes. Add stock and cook another 5 minutes on medium-high until reduced by half. Turn heat to low. Add butter one square at a time. Swirl around pan until it dissolves and add the next square. Sauce should not come to boil while you are doing this. Remove from heat if it gets too hot. Turn off heat. Add capers, tomatoes and gnocchi. Mix well Remove thyme sprigs before serving. Top each plate with 1 tbs grated parmesan and garnish each plate with a sprig of thyme.
GNOCCHI W/ GARLIC, SPINACH, MUSHROOM & GRAPE TOMATOES
Fresh grated Parmesan REALLY tops this buttery romantic dish. Came up with this when I was trying to mimic a dish I had eaten in our famous North End.
Provided by TheBostonBean
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbsp of butter with 1/2 tsp of olive oil (this prevents the butter from burning) over med heat until melted.
- Add garlic and shallots.
- Cook 1-2 minutes, until soft.
- Add cherry tomatoes and kosher salt to taste.
- Cook 8 minutes on low heat covered, until soft.
- Add mushrooms and 1 tbsp of butter.
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add baby spinach and thyme.
- Cook low for 5-8 more minutes.
- Add 1 -2 tbsp more butter and a tiny bit of water to make a sauce to coat. Yum!
- Add pepper.
- Turn off heat, add Parmesan and hot cooked gnocchi.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 72, Sodium 401.6, Carbohydrate 39.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2, Protein 14.2
CRISPY GNOCCHI WITH BURST TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA
Pan-fried gnocchi is like a faster version of baked pasta. Store-bought gnocchi can simply be browned in a pan for an exciting mix of crispy outsides and chewy middles, no boiling required. This dish is studded with juicy tomatoes and melty pockets of mozzarella. Cherry tomatoes are reliably more flavorful year-round than larger, more watery varieties like beefsteak and heirloom. (That said, taste yours, and if they're more tart than sweet, add 1/2 teaspoon sugar in Step 2.) Toss the tomatoes with browned butter, red-pepper flakes and garlic, then hit them with a little heat, and they'll burst into a bright sauce. Stir in the gnocchi, dot with mozzarella, then broil until the cheese is molten and the tomatoes are blistered in spots.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, weekday, pastas, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the broiler with a rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- In a large (12-inch) skillet on the stovetop, heat enough olive oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan (about 1 tablespoon) over medium-high. Add half the gnocchi to the pan, breaking up any that are stuck together. Cover with a lid or baking sheet and cook, undisturbed, until golden brown on one side, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl. Repeat with the remaining gnocchi and olive oil.
- Add the butter to the skillet and cook over medium-high, stirring often, until golden-brown and toasty, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the garlic, red-pepper flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper, reducing the heat slightly if necessary to avoid scorching. Add the tomatoes and 3 tablespoons water and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until the tomatoes have softened and the liquid has slightly thickened, 4 to 6 minutes. Smash the tomatoes as they burst to help them along.
- Add the seared gnocchi and 1/4 cup basil (if using), stir to coat, then shake into an even layer. Top with the mozzarella and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Broil until the cheese is melted and browned in spots, 2 to 4 minutes. Top with more basil, red-pepper flakes and black pepper as desired.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh grape tomatoes. If they are not available, you can use cherry tomatoes, but cut them in half so that they cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the gnocchi. Cook them in batches if necessary, so that they have enough room to brown.
- Be careful not to overcook the gnocchi. They should be cooked through but still tender. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
- Use a good quality white wine for the beurre blanc sauce. A dry Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc works well.
- To make the beurre blanc sauce, whisk the shallots and white wine in a saucepan over medium heat until the wine has reduced by half. Then, remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Conclusion:
Gnocchi with Grape Tomatoes, Capers, Thyme, and Shallots in White Wine Beurre Blanc is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The gnocchi are light and fluffy, the grape tomatoes are sweet and juicy, and the beurre blanc sauce is rich and creamy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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