Gnocchi al Pomodoro
Tender potato gnocchi tossed with a simple garlic, tomato, and basil sauce, then finished with grated Parmesan.
Instructions
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Step 1
Mince the garlic. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the garlic, and cook until fragrant without browning.
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Step 2
Crush the tomatoes by hand into the skillet. Add ⅝ tsp (4 gr) salt and the black pepper, bring to a simmer, then cook over low heat until slightly thickened.
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Step 3
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, then add the remaining 1 ½ tsp (10 gr) salt.
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Step 4
Add the gnocchi to the boiling water. Cook until they rise to the surface and are tender, then drain promptly.
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Step 5
Tear the basil leaves and stir them into the tomato sauce.
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Step 6
Add the drained gnocchi to the skillet and toss gently over medium heat until evenly coated and hot.
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Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat, fold in the grated Parmesan, and serve immediately.