COOK JOURNAL
Gnocchi
Prep Time:
30 Minutes
Cook Time:
20 Minutes
Ready In Time:
50 Minutes
Serves:
2 Servings
Level:
Intermediate
About the Recipe
This Homemade Gnocchi in Pink Sauce is the definition of cozy indulgence. Soft, pillowy gnocchi made from scratch is gently coated in a silky, creamy pink sauce—a blend of béchamel and tangy tomato goodness. With a sprinkle of cheese and herbs, every bite is pure comfort. Perfect for a weekend dinner or an elegant lunch, this dish brings a warm, restaurant-style Italian flair to your home kitchen.
Ingredients
Gnocchi
2 Potatoes
1/2 cup All purpose flour
A pinch Salt
Sauteed Veggies
1/2 cup Sweet corn ( fresh or frozen
1/2 cup Bell pepper
1 tsp Olive oil
To taste Salt
To taste Black pepper powder
Pink sauce
1 tbsp Butter
1 tbsp All purpose flour
1 cup Milk
1/4 cup Grated cheese
1/2 cup Tomato puree (or crushed canned tomatoes)
1 Garlic clove (minced)
1/2 tsp Chili flakes
1/2 tsp Dried herbs (oregano/mixed herbs)
1 tsp Olive oil
To taste Salt
To taste Black pepper powder
preparation
Step 1
Mash warm, peeled potatoes until smooth and lump-free.. Add a pinch of salt and gradually knead in the flour until a soft, slightly tacky dough forms. Roll into thin logs on a floured surface and cut into bite-sized pieces. (Optional) Press lightly with a fork to create grooves. Boil water with salt, drop gnocchi in, and cook until they float (about 2–3 minutes). Drain and set aside
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add corn and diced capsicum. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened and lightly golden.Season with a little salt and pepper. Set aside.
Step 3
In a small pan, sauté garlic in olive oil. Add tomato puree, chili flakes, herbs, and salt. Simmer 5–7 min until thickened
Step 4
In another pan, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook for a minute (don’t brown it). Slowly whisk in warm milk to avoid lumps. Stir until thickened and smooth. Add cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until melted and creamy.
Step 5
Combine the tomato mixture into the béchamel sauce to create your pink sauce. Adjust consistency with a splash of milk if needed.
Step 6
Add cooked gnocchi and sauteed vegetables into the warm pink sauce. Stir gently to coat every piece evenly. Heat together for 2–3 minutes until everything’s well combined and glossy.