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Gnocchi with gorgonzola

17/11/2023

Gnocchi with gorgonzola is a creamy and enveloping dish, perfect for those who love the intense flavors of cheese. Here is the recipe to prepare this delicious Italian dish:

Ingredients

  • 1 kg of potato gnocchi
  • 200 g of mild gorgonzola cheese
  • 200 ml of cooking cream
  • Nutmeg (to taste)
  • Salt (as needed)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (to taste)
  • Butter (a knob for the baking dish)

Preparation

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil to cook the gnocchi.

  2. Meanwhile, cut the gorgonzola into cubes and place it in a pan with the cooking cream over medium heat. Allow the cheese to melt slowly, stirring with a wooden spoon.

  3. Once the gorgonzola has completely melted and the sauce is smooth, add a grating of nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.

  4. Once the water reaches boiling, cook the gnocchi according to the instructions on the package or until they float to the top, a sign that they are cooked.

  5. Drain the gnocchi and transfer them into the pan with the gorgonzola sauce. Turn the heat on and gently stir to combine the gnocchi with the sauce.

  6. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top.

If you want to add a crunchy touch, you can bake the gnocchi: spread them in a buttered baking dish, sprinkle with Parmesan, and put in a preheated oven at 200 °C for about 5-10 minutes or until the surface becomes golden brown.

Curiosity

Gnocchi with gorgonzola is a classic of the cuisine of Northern Italy, where gorgonzola, a PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) cheese, is produced. This dish is loved for its simplicity and because it combines the rustic flavor of gnocchi with the creaminess and intense taste of the cheese.