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Gnocchetti with Walnuts, Parsley, and Speck

17/11/2023

This recipe for gnocchetti with walnuts, parsley, and speck is a tasty variant that combines the sweetness of the walnuts with the aromatic parsley and the smoky flavor of the speck. Let’s see together how to prepare it.

Ingredients

  • 400 g of gnocchetti (you can also use potato gnocchi if you prefer)
  • 100 g of speck, cut into strips
  • 80 g of coarsely chopped walnuts
  • 1 bunch of fresh parsley
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Cream (optional, for a creamier version)

Preparation

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil to cook the gnocchetti according to the instructions on the package.

  2. Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the garlic clove to flavor the oil. Remove the garlic as soon as it becomes golden.

  3. Add the speck strips and let them brown until they become crispy.

  4. Incorporate the chopped walnuts into the skillet with the speck and toast everything for a few minutes, being careful not to burn the nuts.

  5. Wash and finely chop the fresh parsley.

  6. Drain the gnocchetti al dente and transfer them to the skillet with the speck and walnuts. If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add some cream at this point.

  7. Add the chopped parsley, season with salt and pepper to taste, and sauté the gnocchetti in the skillet to blend all the ingredients well.

  8. Serve hot with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

Fun Fact

Gnocchi is a very versatile dish that lends itself to numerous variations. The recipe I proposed embraces flavors typical of the Trentino-Alto Adige region thanks to the speck, a type of smoked raw ham typical of this region. The combination with walnuts and parsley adds a crunchy and fresh note that balances the strong taste of the speck.

Enjoy your meal and I hope this recipe adds an Italian touch to your table!

Gnocchetti with Walnuts, Parsley, and Speck