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Easy Cheesy Pesto Gnocchi

Easy Cheesy Pesto Gnocchi

Serves 2 | with Cheddar Cheese and Peas
4.5(365)Review Summary
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on December 19, 2025
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Calories
: 
593 kcal
Protein
: 
19.3g protein
Total
: 
20 minutes
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Milk
  • Wheat
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Mustard
  • Soya
  • May contain traces of allergens
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

60 grams

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

32 grams

Pesto

(Contains: Milk)

75 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

10 grams

Vegetable Stock Paste

300 grams

Gnocchi

(Contains: Wheat, Cereals containing gluten, Mustard, Soya, May contain traces of allergens)

120 grams

Peas

Energy (kJ)2483 kJ
Energy (kcal)593 kcal
Fat32.1 g
of which saturates15.9 g
Carbohydrate55.8 g
of which sugars6.1 g
Dietary Fibre8.1 g
Protein19.3 g
Salt2.7 g
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
•Grater
•Large Saucepan
•Colander

Cooking Steps

1

a) Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 0.5 tsp salt for the gnocchi.

b) Meanwhile, grate the Cheddar cheese.

2

a) In another large saucepan, combine the pesto, creme fraiche, veg stock and half the cheese. Stir on medium heat until the sauce is hot and the cheese is melted, 2-3 mins.

b) When boiling, add the gnocchi to the saucepan of water and bring back to the boil. Cook until the gnocchi rise to the surface of the water, 2-3 mins.

3

a) Once cooked, drain the gnocchi in a colander, then pop into the creamy pesto sauce along with the peas.

b) Stir to coat the gnocchi in the pesto sauce, then transfer to your serving bowls.

c) Sprinkle over the remaining cheese to finish.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed this quick, tasty dish, though some found the pesto flavour strong or the overall taste salty.
  • Ease of prep: Reviewers praised the recipe's simplicity and speed, making it ideal for a quick lunch or comfort meal.
  • Suggestions: Consider air frying or pan-frying the gnocchi for a crispy texture; try adding chicken and mushrooms for a heartier main.
  • Portions: Several customers noted the portion size was small, suggesting it might be better suited for one person or as a light meal.
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