The Convenience of Pre-Made Gnocchi

When it comes to quick and delicious midweek meals, clever shortcuts are essential. One of my favorite shortcuts is using pre-bought gnocchi. These potato dumplings can be easily found in supermarkets, saving you time in the kitchen.

In this recipe, I'll show you how to make a beautiful sweet homemade tomato sauce and pesto to accompany the gnocchi. We'll also celebrate seasonal veggies like asparagus to add freshness to the dish. The best part? It all comes together in just one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

By using pre-made gnocchi, you can have fast food on the table in no time without sacrificing flavor. Let's get cooking!

Pre-made gnocchi from the supermarket

Homemade sweet tomato sauce

Fresh asparagus for added freshness

Making the Tomato Sauce and Pesto

To start, heat a pan with olive oil and add garlic. Once the garlic is fragrant, add the gnocchi and season with salt and pepper. Let the gnocchi cook until golden brown.

While the gnocchi is cooking, prepare the tomato sauce. Crush plum tomatoes in your hands and pour them into the pan. Add a little water to the tin to get every bit of goodness out. Let the sauce simmer and infuse with the flavors of the gnocchi.

Next, it's time to make the pesto. In a pestle and mortar, crush garlic, hazelnuts, and spinach. Add olive oil to create a vibrant and fresh pesto. This spinach pesto adds a unique twist to the dish and complements the flavors of the tomato sauce and gnocchi.

Finally, tear up a few olives and sprinkle them over the dish for an extra burst of flavor. Finish it off with some grated parmesan cheese for added richness.

Cooking the gnocchi in the pan

Crushing garlic, hazelnuts, and spinach for the pesto

Tearing up olives to sprinkle over the dish

Enjoying the One Pan Tomato Gnocchi

Once everything is cooked and ready, serve the one pan tomato gnocchi hot. The flavors of the sweet tomato sauce, homemade pesto, and fresh asparagus will come together beautifully. The gnocchi will be perfectly cooked and coated in the delicious sauce.

This dish is not only quick and easy to make, but it's also packed with flavor. The convenience of using pre-made gnocchi allows you to have a satisfying meal on even the busiest of weeknights. Give it a try and enjoy a delicious midweek meal with minimal effort!

For the full recipe and more quick and delicious meal ideas, check out Jamie Oliver's latest book, 'ONE: Simple One-Pan Wonders' available on Amazon.

Plating the one pan tomato gnocchi