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Spinach Gnocchi

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Three bowls of spinach gnocchi on a red gingham napkin.
Spinach GnocchiMaren Caruso
Cooks' Note

This recipe was originally published on Weelicious as "Spinach Gnocchi".

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    20 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 40 gnocchi

Ingredients

10 ounces block frozen chopped spinach
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
2/3 cup parmesan cheese, plus 2 tbsp for sprinkling before serving.
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons flour, plus more for dusting your hands while rolling

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Defrost the brick of frozen spinach (you can also do this in the microwave).

    Step 2

    Squeeze ALL (and I mean ALL) of the water out of the spinach in small handfuls (I use my hands and do it over a bowl to make sure I don't lose any spinach).

    Step 3

    Place all of the ingredients in a food processor and pulse. You want to make sure the spinach is in tiny pieces and the mixture is thoroughly combined.

    Step 4

    Dust your hands with a little flour so the mixture doesn't stick to your hands.

    Step 5

    Take 1 teaspoon of the spinach mixture and roll into tiny balls. Place on a plate covered with waxed paper or parchment.

    Step 6

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil for cooking the gnocchi.

    Step 7

    Add the gnocchi to the water in batches and cook for 3 minutes or until they rise to the surface.

    Step 8

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the gnocchi to a plate or bowl.

    Step 9

    Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, cool and serve.

    Step 10

    To Freeze: After step 5, place on sheet tray and freeze for 30 minutes. Transfer to a ziploc bag, label and freeze up to 4 months. When ready, thaw to room temperature and follow steps 6-9.

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