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Gnocchi Sorrentina with tomato basil sauce, made from scratch

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Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal town of Sorrento in Italy, Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is a comforting dish that showcases the region's rich culinary traditions. The dish combines soft potato gnocchi with a vibrant tomato sauce and melted cheese, creating a delightful blend of flavors and textures. It is often served as a family meal, especially on Sundays or during festive occasions, and has gained popularity beyond Italy, inspiring variations worldwide.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs potatoes
1.5 cups flour
8 oz mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup pecorino cheese
2 cups tomato sauce
1/4 cup fresh basil
2 tablespoons olive oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while still melting well.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano is a more affordable cheese with similar flavor.

1

Make the potato gnocchi from scratch using potatoes and flour.

2

Prepare the tomato and basil sauce.

3

Combine the gnocchi with the sauce and top with mozzarella and pecorino cheese.

4

Bake the gnocchi in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Sorrento GnocchiGnocchi Sorrentina
Local Name: Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

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