Creamy Baked Gnocchi with Ham and Peas
Servings: 7
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz package) store bought or homemade potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces ham steak, diced
- 3 tablespoons minced shallot
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 ounces grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed and divided
- fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375˚F.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add a small handful of salt (about 3 tablespoons) and add the gnocchi.
- Once the gnocchi float to the surface remove from the pot and transfer to a large platter. Set aside.
- Place a skillet over medium heat and melt butter and sauté ham. Remove ham from the skillet and set aside with the cooked gnocchi.
- Add shallots, garlic and cream into the skillet and simmer over medium heat. Once the mixture has reduced by ⅓ add the Parmesan and stir. Season with salt and pepper. Add the gnocchi mixture and half of the peas and continue to simmer over low heat for 1 minute. Transfer mixture to a shallow baking dish and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until mixture has thickened.
- Remove dish from the oven, top with the remaining peas, fresh basil leaves and serve.