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Stanley Tucci shares his family’s team effort in making their favorite lobster gnocchi for dinner.
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Each component of the recipe can be made ahead from scratch or use fresh store-bought.
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This dish incorporates protein from both the lobster and the gnocchi.
We’re big fans of Stanley Tucci at EatingWell. Whether he’s sharing his quick weeknight Bolognese or his incredibly easy summer soup, the actor and cookbook author’s practical and delicious meals are ones worth raving about. This includes a seafood dish, which he shared on Instagram, showing the results of his family’s team effort in making it together. It’s lobster gnocchi, a dish that’s creamy, simple and all-around tasty. To make it requires several recipes if you want to make everything from scratch, and it’s so delicious that it’s well worth it. However, there are several shortcuts to save time. Read on to discover the recipes that will help you create this dish and enjoy it just like Tucci and his family.
“Gnocchi made by Fe, fresh tomato sauce made by Nicolo, my son, and with lobster. And my parents are visiting, and we’re very excited,” Tucci shared. “And now we’re going to eat it!”
This simple video packs so much. To make fresh gnocchi like Tucci’s wife, Felicity Blunt, you can make your own homemade potato gnocchi. These Italian dumplings can be a low-calorie, heart-healthy option that is worth the time and effort. Plus, you can prepare them ahead of time and reheat them when you’re ready to serve dinner. However, this recipe can be just as tasty with packaged fresh gnocchi from the supermarket, which we think is a great shortcut when you’re pressed for time. Enjoy it with a truffle Parmesan sauce, pea pesto or something more traditional.
Tucci’s family went the classic route, with his son making a fresh tomato sauce. While you can use your favorite jarred sauce or a chef’s favorite marinara to make this evening meal easier to prepare, a homemade sauce will elevate your gnocchi. From our Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Fresh Tomatoes to our No-Peel Slow-Cooker Marinara Sauce, make a batch of sauce and jar your leftovers for a quick whip-up the next time you need it. Including lobster in the sauce and gnocchi adds a boost of protein to this comforting dinner. We love adding seafood into homey dishes like this two-step Lobster Ravioli.
With both of these made-ahead ingredients, Tucci combined them and heated them all together in a skillet to serve. This Italian-inspired dinner is the perfect meal for transitioning from summer to fall, but it’s also perfect for winter, when you’re in need of something hearty. Making the sauce for this dish when you have access to fresh tomatoes during their peak season adds even more flavor to your cozy plate. This meal is so good, we think you’ll want to include it in your regular rotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Stanley Tucci?
While known to food enthusiasts for his travel show, “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy,” and his inspiring Instagram posts sharing his home cooking, he is primarily recognized as an award-winning American actor, writer, director and producer.
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How do I prevent chewy gnocchi?
To achieve the perfectly silky, soft texture for cooked gnocchi, simply boil it until the gnocchi floats to the top of the pot. This helps prevent overcooking the gnocchi, which causes it to become chewy.
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Can I use cooked lobster tails?
Yes. Chopping cooked lobster tails is an easy way of incorporating lobster into your pasta. You can prepare them a day in advance and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator, or you can cook them on the same day and warm them up along with the other cooked ingredients. You could use canned lobster, but it won’t have that fresh flavor that everyone loves.
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What should I serve with lobster gnocchi?
