Springtime Gnocchi with Asparagus and Browned Butter

- 500g / 4 cups gnocchi
- 250g / 1 cup fresh asparagus
- 190g / 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 150g / 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 100g / 1 burrata
- 30ml / 2 tablespoons parsley
- 2-3 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 fresh red chili pepper, halved
- 1 garlic clove
1. Prepare the asparagus by peeling the stalks then cutting off the tough ends and slicing them into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces.
2. In a large skillet heat 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of butter over medium heat then add the asparagus and cook for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
3. Remove the asparagus from heat and set aside.
4. To prepare the browned butter sauce melt 115 g (1/2 cup) of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes or until it turns golden brown with a nutty aroma.
5. Remove the browned butter sauce from heat and set aside.
6. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi according to package instructions.
7. Drain the gnocchi and set aside.
8. Combine the cooked gnocchi asparagus and browned butter sauce in a large serving dish.
9. Top the gnocchi with grated Parmesan cheese parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
10. To enhance the flavors slice the burrata into small pieces and place on top of the gnocchi.
11. Drizzle the remaining 55 g (1/4 cup) of butter over the dish and sprinkle with garlic and red chili pepper.
12. Serve immediately.
- stand mixer
- saucepan
- skillet
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- grater
- wooden spoon
- serving dish
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