**Ricotta Gnocchi with Spinach and Gorgonzola:** A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey like no other with our tantalizing recipe for ricotta gnocchi. These delicate dumplings, crafted from creamy ricotta cheese, offer a light and airy texture that dances on your palate. Swathed in a vibrant green spinach sauce, they become a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds. The crowning glory of this dish is the generous sprinkling of pungent gorgonzola cheese, adding a salty and piquant kick that elevates the entire experience.
Alongside this masterpiece, our comprehensive guide presents a delightful array of additional gnocchi recipes, each boasting its own unique flavor profile. From the classic simplicity of potato gnocchi to the hearty indulgence of pumpkin gnocchi, and the zesty freshness of lemon ricotta gnocchi, there's a gnocchi variation to suit every palate.
Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process of creating these delectable dishes. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that promises to leave you craving more.
CREAMY GORGONZOLA GNOCCHI WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
This creamy gorgonzola gnocchi with baby spinach is topped with toasted pine nuts and just a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and pairs perfectly with KRIS Wine Pinot Grigio It's the perfect creamy dish for Meatless Monday or throw on a little grilled steak to take it to a whole new level of protein packed deliciousness. Trust me, you'll love how easy it is to make this flavorful dish!
Provided by Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 12-inch skillet add olive oil and set over medium heat.
- When the oil is hot add the shallots, oregano, sage, and black pepper.
- Saute gently until the shallots are soft but not browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and saute for another 30 seconds or just until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it gently simmer for about 5 minutes or until the cream is slightly thickened.
- Turn the heat to low and add in the gorgonzola cheese.
- Stir gently to help the cheese melt into the cream, about 5 minutes.
- When the cheese is almost completely melted into the cream add the baby spinach and let the warmth of the sauce help soften the fresh spinach.
- Add in the cooked gnocchi and toss to combine.
- To serve, sprinkle the top with chopped toasted pine nuts and optional crumbled gorgonzola cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
SPINACH AND RICOTTA GNOCCHI
This is a gnocchi that Popeye would be proud of. Packed with spinach and creamy ricotta, these little morsels are like soft pillows--delicate yet so easy to make. You could serve them with a little red sauce, but for easier cleanup, I highly recommend just a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and that's it!
Provided by Catherine McCord
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Squeeze the spinach completely dry, in small handfuls, over a bowl. Transfer the spinach to a food processor. Add the ricotta, 2/3 cup Parmesan, they egg yolk and 2 tablespoons flour; pulse until the spinach is very finely chopped and the mixture is thoroughly combined.
- Lightly dust your hands with flour so the mixture doesn't stick to your hands.
- Scoop 1 teaspoon of the spinach mixture and roll into a ball. Place on a plate and cover with wax paper or parchment. Repeat with the remaining mixture. You should have about 40 gnocchi.
- Working in batches, boil the gnocchi until they rise to the surface, about 3 minutes. Drain the gnocchi with a slotted spoon or mesh spider and transfer to a plate or bowl. Sprinkle with Parmesan, let cool slightly and serve.
SPINACH AND RICOTTA GNOCCHI
Categories Egg Vegetarian High Fiber Parmesan Ricotta Spinach Boil Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook spinach in large pot of boiling salted water just until wilted, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes. Drain. Squeeze out liquid. Chop spinach.
- Mix spinach, ricotta, 1/2 cup Parmesan, 1/2 cup flour, egg yolks, salt, pepper and nutmeg in bowl until slightly sticky dough forms.
- Dust baking sheet with flour. Working in batches and using floured hands, roll 1/4 cup dough on floured work surface to form 5-inch-long rope. Cut rope into 1-inch pieces. Roll each piece between palms to form oval. Transfer gnocchi to prepared baking sheet. Repeat rolling, cutting and shaping with remaining dough. Working in batches, add gnocchi to pot of boiling salted water; cook until gnocchi rise to surface. Cook 4 minutes longer. Using slotted spoon, remove gnocchi from water; drain. Place in serving dish.
- Pour butter over gnocchi; toss. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Reheat in 400°F oven about 10 minutes.) Sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
RICOTTA GNOCCHI
This recipe was passed down to me from my great aunt, it is easy, authentic and delicious! The secret to making these gnocchi is to dry the ingredients as much as you can before using. Let the ricotta drain of excess water by placing it in a strainer over a bowl and leaving it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using.
Provided by Shelbi Awabdy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Stir together the ricotta cheese, eggs, Parmesan Cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large bowl until evenly combined. Mix in 1 cup of flour. Add additional flour if needed to form a soft dough.
- Divide the dough into 3 or 4 pieces, and roll into 1/2-inch-thick ropes on a floured surface. Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces, and place on a lightly floured baking sheet. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in shredded basil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- While sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Boil the gnocchi until they float to the surface, 1 to 2 minutes, then drain.
- To assemble the dish, stir the cubed mozzarella cheese into the sauce and allow the heat of the sauce to soften, but not melt the cheese. Place gnocchi into a serving bowl, and spoon sauce overtop.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 131.1 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 905.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
SPINACH AND RICOTTA GNOCCHI
Provided by Food Network
Time 38m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bring a large pot salted water to a boil.
- Cut the stems off the spinach, and soak the leaves in the sink. Wash them thoroughly.
- Add the spinach to the boiling water and cook 1 minute. Remove spinach from the water and plunge in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking.
- Drain the spinach very well, and using a clean tea towel, squeeze out the extra water. Chop the leaves very fine.
- Put the cooked spinach in a large bowl, add the ricotta, 3 tablespoons Parmesan, egg yolks, and season with a couple pinches salt and some freshly ground black pepper. Mix well, and make sure that the ricotta crumbles into fine pieces, and mixes properly with the spinach. Shape the mixture into balls about the size of walnuts.
- Lightly butter a 13 by 9-inch casserole dish, lay all the gnocchi in it, and dress it with a few very thin slices butter and a sprinkling of Parmesan. Cook the gnocchi at 350 degrees F for about 20 minutes, and then use the broiler for the last 5 minutes to crisp and brown the top of the spinach balls.
- In a medium skillet, melt the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, and saute the sage until it starts to brown. Serve the gnocchi on a warm plate and dress with the sage-butter sauce, and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan.
RICOTTA CHEESE GNOCCHI
You think you know what gnocchi are: small, fork-tine-indented potato dumplings served with pesto or tomato sauce. They're starchy, thick and filling, and rarely made well enough at home to justify the work. But gnocchi don't have to be only that. "Gnocco" translates literally as "lump" (nice, huh?) and is a colloquial word for dumpling; gnocchi can be made out of semolina, cornmeal, spinach, even bread crumbs. One of my favorites: ricotta gnocchi, which is just as authentic as its potato relative, but lighter in texture and much easier to make.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, project, appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it. Combine the ricotta, eggs and Parmesan in a large bowl, along with some salt and pepper. Add about 1/2 cup flour and stir; add more flour until the mixture forms a very sticky dough. Scoop up a spoonful of dough and boil it to make sure it will hold its shape; if it does not, stir in a bit more flour.
- Put the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When it melts and turns a nutty brown color, add the sage. While it fries, drop the ricotta mixture by the rounded tablespoon into the boiling water, working in batches of six or so at a time so as not to overload the pot.
- When the gnocchi rise to the surface, remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to the skillet. When all the gnocchi are done, toss, taste and adjust the seasoning, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 419, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 564 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GNOCCHI WITH SPINACH AND GORGONZOLA
This recipe is adapted from the Rachael Ray Show! I substituted 1 cup of evaporated skim milk for the chicken broth and used frozen kale instead of spinach and it came out wonderful and creamy! The sauce will thicken up off heat!
Provided by Vino p.o. prn
Categories Spinach
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook gnocchi according to package directions.
- Toast walnuts in a small skillet over medium high heat until they are golden brown and smell toasted.
- Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Heat olive oil over low heat in a medium size skillet.
- Add garlic and saute until fragrant.
- Add the spinach and toss to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken stock and bring up to a bubble.
- Once the stock is simmering, add the Gorgonzola crumbles and toss until cheese is melted.
- Add the gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Spoon gnocchi into bowls and sprinkle walnuts on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534, Fat 45.9, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 44.3, Sodium 983.2, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 22.8
SPINACH & RICOTTA GNOCCHI
These luxurious gnocchi are both light and spoilingly rich at the same time
Provided by Celia Brooks Brown
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil the kettle. Place the spinach in a large bowl and pour boiling water over it. Leave for 2 mins until wilted, then drain thoroughly. Leave to cool, then wrap a clean tea towel around the spinach. Hold it over the sink and squeeze out as much water as possible. Finely chop.
- Place the spinach, parsley, garlic, ricotta, flour, eggs, cheese and a generous grating of nutmeg into a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Use a fork to stir very thoroughly until everything is completely mixed. Using wet hands, form the mixture into walnut-size balls. Place on a large plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 30 mins.
- When ready to cook, heat the oven to warm and bring a large pan of water to the boil. Reduce the heat to medium and drop in batches of about 8-10 gnocchi at a time. They will sink to the bottom, and when they rise to the top give them about 1 min more, then remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm while you cook the rest. Serve the gnocchi on warm plates drizzled with olive oil and scattered with rocket and more cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 0.86 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To make the gnocchi, use fresh ricotta cheese. This will give them a light and fluffy texture.
- If you don't have a potato ricer, you can use a fork to mash the potatoes.
- Be careful not to overcook the gnocchi. They should be cooked through but still slightly firm.
- For the spinach sauce, use fresh baby spinach. This will give the sauce a bright green color and a slightly bitter flavor.
- If you don't have gorgonzola cheese, you can use another type of blue cheese, such as Roquefort or Stilton.
- Serve the gnocchi immediately with the spinach sauce and grated Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
Ricotta gnocchi with spinach and gorgonzola is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The gnocchi are light and fluffy, the spinach sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the gorgonzola cheese adds a rich and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to impress your guests!
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