Paradise Potato Gnocchi

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 lbs gnocchi (see note above)
• 1 large leek
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup shiitake mushroom, diced
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 ounces prosciutto, diced
• 2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds (optional)
• salt and pepper, to taste

Recipe

• 1 prepare gnocchi according to package directions or your favorite recipe.
• 2 wash leek and trim off green parts and root. dice leek and make sure that grit has been completely removed.
• 3 heat butter in large saute pan over medium high heat. add the leeks and garlic, cook while stirring for two minutes.
• 4 add the mushrooms and ginger, saute another 4-5 minutes until most liquid is absorbed. add the olive oil and toss. remove from heat.
• 5 toss the gnocchi with the vegetable sauce and prosciutto. top with gruyere and black sesame seeds (optional). salt and pepper to taste.