Step 1

Cook gnocchi according to the package instruction. Keep it aside. Save 1/2 cup of water.

Step 2

Heat a pan. Add oil to it.

Step 3

Add garlic to it and saute for 30 seconds.

Step 4

Furthermore add cherry tomatoes, roasted red pepper, and basil to the pan.

Step 5

Saute on medium flame till it looks a little caramelized. Add a little bit of salt and crushed peppers to the pan.

Step 6

Remove these into a grinder or blender and make a smooth sauce out of it. Use 1/2 cup of pasta water to make it nice and smooth.

Step 7

Put the sauce back in the pan and mix gnocchi with it. At this time add 1/4 cup of cashew cream or any heavy cream of your choice (totally optional).

Step 8

Mix well and make sure the gnocchi are coated with velvety tomato pepper sauce. Add red pepper flakes and serve.

Step 9

Enjoy.