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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
1 whole squash
1 chili
4 cloves of garlic
4 sprigs of rosemary
1 stock cube
0.5 liters of water
4 tablespoons of olive oil
1.5 kg of potatoes
2 egg yolks
150 grams of double zero flour
salt
quarter of a nutmeg
parmesan cheese

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

Cut the whole squash into small squares.

2

Slice the chili and garlic.

3

Add the sliced chili, garlic, and rosemary into a pot.

4

Add 4 tablespoons of olive oil, a little salt, and some pepper to the pot.

5

Add the stock cube and 0.5 liters of water to the pot.

6

Stir everything together and let it simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.

7

Bake 1.5 kg of potatoes for 1 hour at 100 degrees Celsius.

8

Scoop out the baked potato, ensuring no skin is included.

9

Mash the potatoes using a potato ricer, a few at a time.

10

Add 2 egg yolks, a little salt, and a quarter of a nutmeg to the mashed potatoes.

11

Add 150 grams of double zero flour to the potato mixture.

12

Mix the ingredients together until combined, being careful not to overwork the dough.

13

Roll the dough out to about 2 centimeters thick on a floured surface.

14

Cut the rolled dough into pieces and shape them to create ridges for sauce retention.

15

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi a few at a time until they float, about 1 minute.

16

Transfer the cooked gnocchi to the sauce, adding a little pasta water if needed.

17

Serve the gnocchi with grated parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprig of rosemary.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potpotato ricermixing bowlcutting boardknifegrater

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluteneggdairy

Also Known As

Potato DumplingsItalian Gnocchi

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