When we go meatless, we toss gnocchi (my husband's favorite) with veggies and a dab of pesto. I use zucchini in this, too. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Ingredients
2 medium yellow summer squash, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
1/2 cup Alfredo sauce
1/4 cup prepared pesto
Chopped fresh basil, optional
Instructions
1Preheat oven to 450°. In a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, toss vegetables with oil, salt and pepper. Roast 18-22 minutes or until tender, stirring once.
2Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
3Stir in roasted vegetables, Alfredo sauce and pesto. If desired, sprinkle with basil.