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Ricotta Gnocchi
45 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
400 kcalCalories
15 gProtein
55 gCarbs
15 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Ricotta Gnocchi

80% authentic · Italian

Lighter and more delicate than potato gnocchi, these ricotta gnocchi are tender and melt-in-your-mouth, often served with a simple butter and sage sauce.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Whole milk ricotta cheese15 oz
  • All-purpose flour1 cup
  • Large egg1
  • Grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup
  • Salt1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper1/4 tsp
  • Butter3 tbsp
  • Fresh parsley2 tbsp

Steps

  1. 1

    Drain ricotta cheese very well using cheesecloth or a fine-mesh sieve.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine drained ricotta, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Gradually add flour, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.

  4. 4

    Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape into ropes, then cut into small pieces.

  5. 5

    Boil gnocchi in salted water until they float.

  6. 6

    Melt butter in a pan.

  7. 7

    Drain gnocchi and toss gently in the melted butter.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

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