Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade Ricotta Gnocchi in just 20 minutes. These light and pillowy gnocchi are simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
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Main Gnocchi Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
For Cooking and Serving:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped for garnish
- Extra grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Gnocchi Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Stir in the flour until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Gnocchi: Transfer the dough to a floured surface, knead briefly, divide into portions, roll into ropes, and cut into pieces.
- Cook the Gnocchi: Boil the gnocchi until they float, then sauté in a skillet with garlic, butter, and olive oil.
- Serve: Garnish the gnocchi with herbs and Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Enhance with lemon juice or red pepper flakes for added flavor.
- Best served fresh but can be frozen uncooked for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
