Ricotta Gnudi are delicate Italian dumplings made primarily from ricotta cheese, offering a lighter alternative to traditional gnocchi. These pillows of cheesy goodness are easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
4min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 450 grams ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
Step 2
Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring gently until a dough forms.
Step 3
Lightly flour a surface and roll the dough into small balls, about 2.5 cm in diameter.
Step 4
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 5
Gently drop the gnudi into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the gnudi with a slotted spoon and serve with your favorite sauce.