MY FAVOURITE ONE-PAN TOMATO GNOCCHI

This quick and hearty gnocchi dish is a delightful, balanced addition to your family's meals. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's packed with flavour and can be easily adapted with a pinch of chilli flakes for the adults. The use of dairy-free options makes this recipe versatile for different dietary needs.

Recipe Details:

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes

• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 garlic cloves, diced or crushed

• 1 red onion, finely diced

• 2 sweet red peppers, finely diced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1/2 cup diced cherry tomatoes or 3 tbsp tomato purée

• 450 g pumpkin gnocchi (fresh; if using another type, prepare as per the package instructions and drain)

• 3 tbsp cream cheese (dairy-free options such as Nush chive almond cream cheese can be used)

• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook Vegetables:

   • Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic, red onion, and sweet peppers. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until they begin to soften.

   • If using fresh tomatoes, add them now. If using tomato purée, stir it in once the onions and peppers have softened.

2. Add Gnocchi:

   • Introduce the fresh gnocchi to the pan (if using pre-cooked gnocchi, ensure it's drained well before adding). Stir for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the gnocchi to become infused with the flavours of the vegetables.

3. Incorporate Cream Cheese:

   • Reduce the heat and stir in the cream cheese until it evenly coats the gnocchi and vegetables.

4. Serve:

   • Remove the pan from the heat. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the top for a final touch of flavour.

   • Serve hot, and if desired, add a pinch of chilli flakes to the portions for adults for an extra kick.

Enjoy this quick, flavourful meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight but special enough for a leisurely family dinner!