GNOCCHI WITH TOMATO, BASIL, AND OLIVES

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Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Olives image

Provided by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich

Categories     Olive     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Basil     Spring     Healthy

Yield Makes 3 main-course or 6 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup pitted Gaeta olives or Cerignola or other large green olives
1 1/2 cupstomato sauce
6 quarts salted water
1 recipeGnocchi
1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
5 fresh basil leaves, washed, dried, and shredded
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large, deep skillet, heat the butter over medium-high heat until foaming. Add the olives and cook, stirring, until sizzling, about 2 minutes. Add the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Bring the salted water to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Cook and drain the gnocchi according to the directions
  • Bring the tomato sauce back to a simmer over low heat. Add the gnocchi and stir gently with a wooden spoon until coated. Stir in the grated cheese and basil. Check the seasoning, transfer the gnocchi to a platter, and serve immediately.

Glenn Schuler
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This gnocchi recipe is a game-changer! I've tried countless gnocchi dishes in the past, but this one takes the cake. The pillowy gnocchi, the vibrant sauce, and the aromatic herbs come together to create a dish that is both comforting and elegant. I'


Amy Shield S
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Not bad!


Tyshawn Hope
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This gnocchi dish was a delightful culinary experience. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was spot-on. I especially appreciated the addition of olives, which added a touch of brininess that complemented the sweetness of the tomatoe


Ram Pun
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I followed the recipe to a T, but my gnocchi turned out gummy and the sauce was watery. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I was disappointed with the results. I'll have to try a different recipe next time.


yassin last gamer
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Meh.


Momen Ta
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This gnocchi dish was a bit bland for my taste. I found myself adding extra spices and herbs to give it some life. The gnocchi itself was cooked well, but the sauce lacked depth of flavor. Overall, it was an okay meal, but I wouldn't make it again.


Spy Originals
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. I'm not much of a cook, but I was able to whip this up with relative ease. The gnocchi turned out perfectly, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. My friends loved it!


Rianna
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5 stars! This gnocchi recipe is a keeper. I love that it's a one-pot meal, making cleanup a breeze. The combination of ingredients is divine, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Anju Thakuri
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I prepared this gnocchi dish last night and it was a hit! My family raved about the explosion of flavors. The recipe was easy to follow, and the end result was visually appealing and incredibly tasty. Highly recommended!


Crystal Morris
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Oh, my! This gnocchi dish was an absolute taste sensation! The combination of juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and briny olives created a symphony of flavors that danced on my palate. The gnocchi itself was cooked to perfection, soft and pillowy, prov