Ricotta-Gnocchi with Asparagus, Peas and Morels
This recipe originally comes from Chef Nemo Bolin at Cook and Brown Public House in Povidence Rhode Island.
by Deb
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Weathered Morel (2014). Photo by Hugh Smith
His is made with a no knead home made gnocchi, but this recipe is a time saver version with store bought gnocchi.
Objective:
Main Course
Total Time:
N/A
Yield:
Serves 4-6
Suggested Mushrooms:
- Morchella sp. ( morel)
Ingredients
1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and washed
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more
1/4 pound fresh morel mushrooms (actually, many kinds of mushrooms can be used)
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1 cup shelled fresh peas (about 1 lb fresh unshelled peas)
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
Freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh chives, finely grated Parmesan and finely grated lemon zest for serving
Method
1. Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until bright green and crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Using tongs or a mesh strainer, transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool; drain. Slice asparagus on the diagonal into bite-size pieces, leaving tips intact.
2. Reduce heat so water is simmering. Cook Gnocchi by package instructions. Using a slotted spoon, transfer gnocchi to a lightly oiled baking sheet. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook morels, tossing occasionally, until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add shallot and cook, tossing occasionally, until shallot and morels are soft, about 5 minutes; set aside.
4. Add gnocchi, asparagus, peas, butter, and reserved cooking liquid to skillet with morels. Cook, tossing gently, until vegetables are warm and sauce has thickened slightly, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with chives, Parmesan, and lemon zest.