If you love Italian cuisine, you must try gnudi. This dish is similar to gnocchi, but it is lighter and easier to make. Gnudi is essentially a type of dumpling made of ricotta cheese, spinach, and flour. This dish is perfect for a weekday dinner or a special occasion. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of making gnudi from scratch.
Ingredients
Before we start with the instructions, let's take a look at the ingredients you will need:
1 lb. of ricotta cheese
1 cup of fresh spinach
1 cup of all-purpose flour
1 egg
1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. of salt
1/4 tsp. of black pepper
1/4 tsp. of nutmeg
1/4 cup of unsalted butter
1/4 cup of sage leaves
Instructions
Now that we have all the ingredients, let's start making the gnudi:
Start by cooking the spinach. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the spinach. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Drain the spinach and let it cool.
In a mixing bowl, add the ricotta cheese, flour, egg, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
Add the cooked spinach to the mixture and mix until the spinach is evenly distributed.
Dust a clean surface with flour. Using a tablespoon, scoop the mixture and form small balls. Place the balls on the floured surface and dust them with more flour.
In a pot of salted boiling water, add the gnudi balls. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface. Use a slotted spoon to remove the gnudi from the water and place them on a plate.
In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and cook for about 1-2 minutes. The butter should turn brown and the sage leaves should be crispy.
Add the cooked gnudi to the pan and toss gently to coat them with the butter sauce. Serve hot with some extra parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition
Now that we know how to make gnudi, let's take a look at the nutritional information of this dish. This recipe makes about 4 servings:
Calories: 452
Protein: 21g
Fat: 30g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 433mg
Cholesterol: 138mg
Conclusion
Gnudi is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that everyone will love. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a dinner party, gnudi is sure to impress. So why not give this recipe a try and see how easy it is to make gnudi from scratch?
