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Garlic, Lemon Pan Fried Gnocchi with Basil Ricotta
Makes 4
Easy
Garlic, Lemon Pan Fried Gnocchi with Basil Ricotta
Method
- In a bowl combine the basil and ricotta, check seasoning.
- Cook gnocchi according to packet instructions, strain and allow to dry for a moment.
- Heat a large pan over a medium heat, add ½ the Western Star butter, garlic, onion, pine nuts and gnocchi to the pan, and caramelise for 5 minutes on all sides.
- Add the chopped herbs, lemon zest, spinach and remaining Western Star butter, then increase heat for 1 minute.
- Remove the pan from heat, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the gnocchi with a generous sprinkle of Perfect Italiano Parmesan, dollops of the basil ricotta combination and a squeeze of lemon.
IN THIS RECIPE
Original Salted Butter
Salted butter is a versatile cooking staple. Expertly crafted at Cobden, Western Victoria, from only two natural ingredients, Australian cream and salt, to deliver a classic, pure creamery butter with a rich satisfying, five-star taste. This pure salted butter enhances the flavour of food while adding an exceptional creamy texture. Winner of Champion Butter at the 2020 Australian Grand Dairy Awards, this product sets the benchmark by which all other butters are judged. Western Star has been Crafting Butter in Victoria since 1926 when the leading butter makers in the Western District came together. Over 95 years later and trusted for generations, Western Star truly is Australia's Favourite.
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