gnocchi di zucca e scarola

anchovies

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: sardines

Canned tuna provides a similar umami flavor at a lower cost.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative that adds a cheesy flavor.

Wash escarole thoroughly and chop into bite-sized pieces.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in anchovies and cook until they dissolve, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped escarole, stirring to coat in oil and seasonings; cook until wilted, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in capers and black olives; cook for another 2 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste; remove from heat.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Transfer escarole mixture to a baking dish; sprinkle with bread crumbs and grated parmesan cheese.

Drizzle with lemon juice and a little more olive oil.

Bake until the top is golden and crispy, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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