INGREDIENTS
1 lb
gnocchi (tri-colored, if you can find them)
2 tbsp
pine nuts (or chopped walnuts)
3/4 cup
half & half or light heavy cream
1/3 cup
grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for top
2 tbsp
chopped fresh basil, plus more garnish
coarse salt and fresh black pepper
3/4 cup
cubed (3/4-inch) mozzarella
2 cups
grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half (I used a mix of reds and yellow)
extra-virgin olive oil, for serving