Chef's Knife - For efficiently chopping vegetables like spinach and peas.
Cutting Board - Essential for safely preparing ingredients without damaging kitchen surfaces.
Colander - Used to drain the cooked gnocchi and wash fresh spinach thoroughly.
Large Pot with Lid - For boiling pasta or cooking vegetables as part of the recipe.
Skillet (non-stick) - Ideal for sautéing ingredients, including lemon juice and zest preparation.
Spatula - Helpful in mixing, serving, and flipping items like gnocchi or vegetables during cooking.
Measuring Cups and Spoons - For accurately measuring ingredients such as lemon juice, peas, and spinach.
Lemon Juicer (if needed) - While the recipe suggests using freshly squeezed lemon juice, a juicer could expedite this process for large quantities.
Zester or Microplane - To zest lemons if not done directly in the dish preparation.
Mixing Bowls (Several sizes) - For mixing ingredients together, such as combining spinach and peas with other components of the recipe.
1 cup frozen baby peas (not thawed)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes
1 garlic clove, smashed
3 cups packed baby spinach (3 ounces)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 pound dried gnocchi (preferably De Cecco)
1/4 cup grated parmesan
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