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Gnocchi with pesto

From the video “Gnocchi with Pesto and Sausage | Potato Gnocchi | Italian Food Recipe” by Vincenzo's Plate. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Vincenzo's Plate. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personEasyGreat weeknight pick
Not spicy
Total time
~50 min
est.
Serves
~3
est.
Cost
~$4.01*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$16.99* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
12

Ingredients

May contain gluten, dairy

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$12.03*for the batch in the video
~$4.01*per serving

You save about ~$16.99* per serving (81% less*) than ordering it out — ~$50.97* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario pasta entrée, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

6 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 2 predicted from typical costs · not priced: mixed dry herbs, pesto

* Estimate, not a quote: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario pasta entrée at ~$21, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving835 kcal · 42% of 2,000
Fat58 g75%
Saturated fat28 g140%
Sodium240 mg10%
Carbohydrate65 g24%
Fiber8 g29%
Total sugars8 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein17 g35%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+11 of 20
  • Fiber+14 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−2 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 5 of 7 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings (estimated: average of rules (1: 100 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving) and model check (4)). Not counted because the video gives no amount: mixed dry herbs, rock salt for the pasta, fresh parmesan, pesto, sea salt, fresh basil. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • pot
  • saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • colander
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • cheese grater
  • serving plates

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact number of servings not stated.
  • Total cooking time not explicitly stated.
  • Exact measurements for pesto, dry herbs, salt, and parmesan not specified.
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Gnocchi with pesto

What makes Vincenzo's Plate's Gnocchi with pesto recipe and technique special?

Vincenzo's Plate's take on Gnocchi with pesto focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Italian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Remove gnocchi as soon as they float to avoid mushiness. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Gnocchi with pesto at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Gnocchi with pesto recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Gnocchi with pesto ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Gnocchi with pesto can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Vincenzo's Plate's Gnocchi with pesto?

This recipe utilizes approximately 12 ingredients across 16 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Gnocchi with pesto?

The official cooking video by Vincenzo's Plate is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.