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Cheese Canederli

Cultural Context

Originating from the Tyrolean region, Cheese Canederli are a traditional Italian dumpling made from stale bread and cheese, often served in broth. These hearty dumplings reflect the resourcefulness of Alpine cuisine, transforming leftover bread into a comforting dish. Today, they are enjoyed across Italy and beyond, with various regional adaptations featuring different cheeses and herbs.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
800g pane
500g spinaci freschi
5 uova intere
100g parmigiano
340g formaggio d’alpeggio a cubi da 2 cm
sale e pepe bianco q.b.
200g burro
500ml latte
2 scalogno
2 spicchi aglio intero
olio d’oliva q.b.

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese offers lower fat content while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option that adds umami flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a lower-calorie alternative, while water can reduce costs.

1

In una ciotola grande, mescolare il pane a cubetti con gli spinaci freschi, le uova, il parmigiano grattugiato e il formaggio d’alpeggio a cubi.

2

Condire con sale e pepe bianco a piacere.

3

Formare delle palline con il composto e cuocerle in acqua bollente salata fino a quando non vengono a galla.

4

In una padella, sciogliere il burro con lo scalogno tritato e l'aglio intero per insaporire.

5

Servire i canederli con il burro fuso sopra.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyglutenegg

Also Known As

KnödelCheese Dumplings
Local Name: Canederli di formaggio

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