Ingredients

  • 1/2 pounds Frozen Or Fresh Gnocchi, Cooked According To Package Instructions For Al Dente Then Drained
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro, Rinsed And Cleaned
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, Cleaned
  • 13 cups Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoons Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cups Roasted Almonds
  • 1/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese

Method

  • Have your warm cooked and drained gnocchi in a large bowl.
  • Into a blender or food processor add the cilantro, basil, olive oil, salt, pepper, almonds and Parmesan cheese.
  • Blend until you have a smooth sauce.
  • If you want a thinner sauce, drizzle in more olive as you are blending the ingredients.
  • Add a tablespoon or so of the pesto into the gnocchi and begin mixing and adding more into the gnocchi until you have a nice, well incorporated blend.
  • The end result is everything you love about a basil pesto with a great flavor punch from the cilantro.
  • The cilantro really adds a great pop.
  • Give this one a shot and let me know what you think.