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Gnocchi

Cultural Context

Gnocchi, originating from Italy, are soft dumplings traditionally made from potatoes and flour. They are a staple in Italian cuisine, often served with various sauces, showcasing the versatility of simple ingredients. In modern cooking, gnocchi have gained global popularity, with variations incorporating different ingredients like spinach or ricotta, appealing to diverse palates.

ItalianCZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
russet potatoes
sweet potato
salt
eggs
00 flour
semolina flour
talo cheese
mozzarella cheese
peppers
onions
garlic
arugula
basil
pistachios
lemon
kosher salt
fresh ground pepper
pecorino romano cheese
butter
green peas
white wine
Italian sausage

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a binding agent and vegan.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and flavorful.

1

Wash the russet potatoes and pierce them with a knife.

2

Sprinkle a little salt on the potatoes and bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes.

3

Cut the baked potatoes in half while they're hot and let them cool for a few minutes.

4

Scoop out the potato flesh and mash it until fluffy, using a ricer to avoid chunks.

5

Beat two eggs and pour them over the mashed potatoes without overmixing.

6

Sift 00 flour over the potatoes and mix until combined, avoiding large patches of flour.

7

Form the dough into a loaf and cut pieces off to roll into gnocchi.

8

Use the back of a fork to create ridges on the gnocchi.

9

Stuff the gnocchi with a mixture of talo and mozzarella cheese.

10

Slice peppers and onions thinly for the sauce.

11

Crush garlic and prepare the pesto with arugula, basil, pistachios, garlic, lemon zest and juice, kosher salt, pepper, and pecorino romano cheese.

12

Grind the pesto ingredients and add oil until the desired consistency is reached.

13

Slice porcini mushrooms and asparagus to the same size for even cooking.

14

Chop shallots and ramps for the sauce.

15

Crumble sweet and hot Italian sausage into the pan with onions and peppers.

16

Add a little bit of seasoning and olive oil to the sausage mixture.

17

Cook the mushrooms, shallots, and ramps in butter over medium heat, adding asparagus towards the end.

18

Season the mixture with salt and pepper, and add green peas and white wine.

19

Combine the pesto sauce with the gnocchi and toss everything together.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Potato DumplingsItalian Gnocchi

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