Asparagus Pesto With Gnocchi And Ham Recipe

Name: Asparagus Pesto With Gnocchi And Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups ham cubed; 12 ounces asparagus; 3/4 cup basil leaves; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated; 1/3 cup walnut pieces; 1/4 cup olive oil OR cooking oil; 3 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon garlic minced, 6 cloves; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 16 ounces potato gnocchi; 8 ounces rotini; 16 ounces potato gnocchi

Servings: persons

2 cups ham cubed
12 ounces asparagus
3/4 cup basil leaves
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
1/3 cup walnut pieces
1/4 cup olive oil OR cooking oil
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon garlic minced, 6 cloves
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces potato gnocchi
8 ounces rotini
16 ounces potato gnocchi

1
Snap off and discard woody portions of asparagus. Cut into 1-inch pieces. Cook asparagus in a small amount of boiling water about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool.
2
For pesto, in a food processor or blender, combine asparagus, basil, cheese, walnuts, olive oil, water, garlic and pepper. Cover and process or blend until nearly smooth, scraping sides occasionally. Divide pesto into thirds. Transfer 2
3
portions to freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Set aside remaining portion.
4
Prepare gnocchi or rotini according to package directions.
5
Meanwhile, coat a skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Cook ham cubes in skillet until heated through. Stir remaining portion of the pesto into ham cubes; heat through. Drain gnocchi and toss with pesto-ham mixture.
6
*Note: If desired, substitute 12 ounces coarsely chopped broccoli for the asparagus. Cook broccoli in a small amount of boiling water about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool.

720

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups ham cubed, 12 ounces asparagus, 3/4 cup basil leaves, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Pesto With Gnocchi And Ham falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus Pesto With Gnocchi And Ham

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