STROZZAPRETI OR "PRIEST CHOKERS" WITH SAGE SAUCE
The unusual name for these spinach and ricotta dumplings apparently comes from a greedy priest eating to many to quickly. From Lidia's Italy. Prep time does not include the 8 hours of draining the ricotta.
Provided by MarraMamba
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the ricotta in a cheesecloth-lined sieve and place the sieve over a bowl. Cover the ricotta with plastic wrap and place the ricotta in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or up to 1 day.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs until well blended. Add the spinach and beat until blended. Stir in the drained ricotta, 1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano and 5 tablespoons of breadcrumbs. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir until well blended.
- Coat a baking pan with a generous amount of the flour. Line a second baking pan with a lightly floured kitchen towel. With floured hands, roll two tablespoons of the ricotta mixture into a 1 1/2-inch ball. Roll it in the flour until generously coated. Before continuing, test the flavor and texture of the mixture by dropping the strozzapreti into the boiling water. It should hold its shape and rise to the surface within a minute. Continue cooking for 1 minute after the strozzoprete rises to the surface, then lift it with a slotted spoon from the water. If the strozzaprette didn't hold its shape, add a little more breadcrumbs.
- Once you're happy with the taste and texture of the strozzapreti, form the remaining mixture into balls, roll them in flour and set them on the lightly floured towel.
- In a skillet large enough to hold the cooked strozzapreti in a single layer, heat the broth, butter and sage leaves over medium low heat to simmering; simmer 3 minutes. Remove the sauce from the heat.
- Add half the strozzapreti to the pot of boiling water and stir gently until they return to the surface. Cook until firm, about 1 minute after they rise to the top. Remove them with a skimmer and transfer them to the pot with the sage sauce, draining well. Repeat with the remaining strozzapreti. Place the pan over medium-low heat and gently shake the pan to warm the strozzapreti and coat them with sauce. Remove the pan from the heat, add the grated cheese and swirl the strozzapreti in the sauce until they are coated.
- Serve the strozzapreti in warmed bowls, spooning extra sauce over each. Pass additional cheese if you like.
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purity joseck
[email protected]This strozzapreti with sage sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The pasta is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I love the addition of the pine nuts and the Parmesan cheese.
Malik Tariq
[email protected]I love this strozzapreti with sage sauce! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The pasta is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I love the addition of the pine nuts and the Parmesan cheese.
Skrillx
[email protected]I was really excited to try this strozzapreti with sage sauce, but I was disappointed. The pasta was overcooked, and the sauce was bland. I think I'll try making it again, but I'll be careful not to overcook the pasta and I'll add more seasoning to t
Tayshaun ellis
[email protected]I was looking for a new pasta dish to try, and this strozzapreti with sage sauce did not disappoint! The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I loved the addition of the pine nuts and the Parmesan cheese. I will definitely be maki
Hania Amir
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but it's packed with flavor. The strozzapreti is cooked perfectly, and the sage sauce is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Siena Kaloti
[email protected]Strozzapreti with sage sauce is a classic Italian dish that's always a winner. The pasta is perfectly cooked, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I love the addition of the pine nuts and the Parmesan cheese.
Qari Khan
[email protected]This dish was just okay. The strozzapreti was a bit too thick for my taste, and the sage sauce was a bit too heavy. I think I would have preferred a lighter sauce and a thinner pasta.
Cat Lover456
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would like the sage sauce, but I was pleasantly surprised! It was so flavorful and creamy. I loved the way it paired with the strozzapreti.
Wesley Rizer
[email protected]This strozzapreti with sage sauce is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use simple, everyday ingredients to create a dish that's both delicious and impressive.
nemra khan
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the strozzapreti with sage sauce. They said it was the best pasta dish they'd ever had.
Salado Macalin
[email protected]This was my first time making strozzapreti with sage sauce. I was nervous at first because I'd never made homemade pasta before, but it was surprisingly easy! The pasta turned out great, and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this dis
Kyomugabe Amon
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The strozzapreti was cooked perfectly, and the sage sauce was amazing. I loved the addition of the pine nuts and the Parmesan cheese. I will definitely be making this dish again and again.
STD_DREAM
[email protected]The strozzapreti was a bit overcooked, but the sage sauce was delicious. I think I'll try making this dish again, but I'll be careful not to overcook the pasta.
Sophie Edj
[email protected]This dish was a bit too heavy for my taste. The sauce was very rich, and the pasta was a bit too thick. I think I would have preferred a lighter sauce and a thinner pasta.
Daniel Rodriguse
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of sage, but I'm so glad I did! The sage sauce was actually really delicious, and it paired perfectly with the strozzapreti. I'll definitely be making this again.
Letitia Henderson
[email protected]This was my first time making strozzapreti, and it turned out great! The pasta was delicious, and the sage sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.
Danna Castro
[email protected]I've made this strozzapreti with sage sauce several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. The pasta is also cooked perfectly.
tajoin Peak
[email protected]This strozzapreti with sage sauce was a hit! The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the addition of the pine nuts, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this dish again.