15 Minute Meal: {Lemon Parmesan Cauliflower Gnocchi}

Sometimes summer days go by in a total blur. Busier and faster than any work day. In the past week we've had 89,700 things to do. I need a quick 15 minute recipe.

But I need a delicious 15 minute recipe that hopefully uses some of my fresh herbs from the garden because my parsley and basil and chives are going nuts! Maybe because we've had SO MUCH RAIN! Holy cow, I've never seen so much rain in my life as we've got in Kentucky this spring. Wow1

So, let's talk about a 15 minute recipe. We want it to be delicious and comforting because...if you don't have time to cook  then you are too busy for comfort. So we need comfort food. 

Pasta, but let's make it a little healthier and use up some cauliflower gnocchi. I love cauliflower gnocchi and keep it in stock from Trader Joe's, but if you don't like cauliflower gnocchi, you can use regular gnocchi. It will be just fine. 

Brown the gnocchi in butter on both sides in a skillet. Then add in heavy cream, the zest of 2 lemons, and Parmesan cheese. The sauce will coat the gnocchi quickly. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Taste to adjust seasoning and serve straight away!

You will have a rather indulgent very comforting hug in a bowl in no time flat and clean up is also easy. We really loved this especially with freshness of the lemon zest and herbs. It is a perfect summer meal when you're on the go and in a hurry. Give it a try! 

 

Lemon Parmesan Cauliflower Gnocchi

Adapted from How Sweet Eats

by Jessica Merchant

Serves 1 to 2 

12 ounces cauliflower gnocchi, frozen or fresh/thawed

3 tablespoons butter

1/3 cup cream

1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping

2 lemons, zest freshly grated

salt and pepper, to taste

fresh herbs: like basil and/or parsley for topping

Heat the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once melted and bubbling, add in the cauliflower gnocchi. It can be frozen or thawed1 cook the gnocchi for 2 to 3 minutes, without tossing, until it gets golden brown on one side. Flip an cook for 2 to 3 minutes more. You want it golden brown on both sides and by that point, it should be cooked and warmed through.

Pour in the heavy cream, the lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in the Parmesan. taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed. The gnocchi will soak up a bit of the ream, but it still adds a wonderful richness and texture to the dish. Top with fresh herbs and serve, with more Parmesan for topping. 

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