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Flavorful Brown Butter Gnocchi Recipe with Peas Mint and Pecorino

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A quick and easy brown butter gnocchi dish with peas, fresh mint, and Pecorino Romano cheese, offering a crispy exterior and tender interior with bright, fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (150g) frozen peas, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
  • ½ cup (50g) Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. If using store-bought gnocchi, pan-fry directly from frozen or thawed. For softer gnocchi, boil in salted water until they float (2-3 minutes), then drain with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter. Cook, swirling often, until butter turns deep golden brown with a nutty aroma (3-4 minutes). Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  3. Add gnocchi to the browned butter in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy on one side, then gently toss or flip to brown other sides for another 3-4 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper during cooking.
  4. Toss in thawed peas and chopped mint. Stir gently and warm through for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Remove pan from heat. Sprinkle grated Pecorino Romano over the gnocchi mixture and stir gently to melt cheese slightly. Add lemon zest if using. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Pecorino and mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Do not rush browning the butter; watch for color changes and swirl pan to cook evenly. Avoid stirring gnocchi too often to preserve crispy edges. Cook in batches if pan is overcrowded to prevent steaming. Mint should be added at the end to keep freshness. Finely grate Pecorino for even melting. Lemon zest adds brightness without overpowering.

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Keywords: brown butter gnocchi, peas, mint, Pecorino Romano, easy dinner, quick pasta, crispy gnocchi, comfort food

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