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Gnocchi with Stracchino and Spinach

17/11/2023

I can provide you with the recipe for gnocchi with stracchino and spinach. Here are the ingredients and the procedure to prepare them.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg of potato gnocchi
  • 200 g of stracchino cheese
  • 200 g of fresh or frozen spinach
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Nutmeg, to taste (optional)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, to taste

Preparation

  1. If using fresh spinach, wash it thoroughly and then blanch it in boiling salted water for a few minutes. If using frozen spinach, you can cook it directly in the pan or according to the instructions on the package.

  2. Drain the spinach and squeeze it well to remove all the excess water. Set aside.

  3. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil with a peeled garlic clove. Add the spinach, a pinch of salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using it. Sauté the spinach for a few minutes.

  4. Add the stracchino to the spinach and let it melt over low heat, stirring until it becomes a smooth cream. Remove the garlic if you prefer.

  5. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi according to the instructions on the package or until they float to the surface, a sign that they are ready.

  6. Drain the gnocchi and transfer them to the pan with the stracchino and spinach cream. Stir well to coat the gnocchi with the sauce.

  7. Serve the gnocchi with stracchino and spinach immediately, adding a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if you wish.

This recipe can be customized according to your tastes, for example by adding diced cooked ham for an extra touch, or crushed walnuts for a texture contrast. It is a dish that harmonizes with Italian culinary tradition thanks to the use of simple and genuine ingredients, and can offer a delightful dining experience for both lunch and dinner. Enjoy your meal!

Gnocchi with Stracchino and Spinach