Ricotta Gnocchi Recipe
Add a photo
1 of 36 Photos

Ricotta Gnocchi

By: shelbi 
"This recipe was passed down to me from my great aunt, it is easy, authentic and delicious! The secret to making these gnocchi is to dry the ingredients as much as you can before using. Let the ricotta drain of excess water by placing it in a strainer over a bowl and leaving it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using."

Prep Time:
45 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

Servings  (Help)

Calculate

 

Original Recipe Yield 5 servings
 

Ingredients

  • Gnocchi:
  • 1 (8 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
  •  
  • Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 dash crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 6 basil leaves, finely shredded
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small chunks

Directions

  1. Stir together the ricotta cheese, eggs, Parmesan Cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large bowl until evenly combined. Mix in 1 cup of flour. Add additional flour if needed to form a soft dough.
  2. Divide the dough into 3 or 4 pieces, and roll into 1/2-inch-thick ropes on a floured surface. Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces, and place on a lightly floured baking sheet. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  3. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in shredded basil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. While sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Boil the gnocchi until they float to the surface, 1 to 2 minutes, then drain.
  5. To assemble the dish, stir the cubed mozzarella cheese into the sauce and allow the heat of the sauce to soften, but not melt the cheese. Place gnocchi into a serving bowl, and spoon sauce overtop.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 442 | Total Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 141mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

ADVERTISEMENT

 view all reviews »  

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 5, 2007 by Jessica53214   view full review
I love ricotta gnocchi! Not only is it simple to make it creates a hearty, satisfying meal. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2007 by QAEDON   view full review
The first time I ever made Gnocchi, like many others. This could have cooked 4 to 5 minutes...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2007 by Lupin Pooter   view full review
A huge hit with Mr P this evening, he definitely rates it as a keeper (he's now sitting...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2008 by brookeoz   view full review
So good and easy! This was my second attempt at Gnocchi and far better than the first...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2009 by delcar   view full review
I've been making ricotta gnocchi for years, thanks to Biba's Italian cookbook. So easy! 1...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 4, 2007 by Kate   view full review
This is a really heavy meal so be sure to have your antacids handy. The Gnocchi was awesome...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2007 by keri marion   view full review
delicious, quick, fancy and satisfying. like another reviewer, i also boiled them. i think...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 7, 2007 by LC   view full review
This was my first try at gnocchi and it was fantastic! I made no substitutions and made it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2007 by TMoney   view full review
This gnocchi was DELICIOUS!!!!!!! Everyone LOVED it and asked for the recipe! I had made...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 23, 2008 by AmyA26   view full review
REAL authentic Italian taste. I did not find this too cheesy, as some other reviewers did. I...

 

recipe box See something worth saving?
Register now to save all your favorites in your Recipe Box.

Sign up for FREE Now!

ADVERTISEMENT

Related Videos

Four Cheese Pasta

Learn how to make a creamy four-cheese pasta sauce in less than 10 minutes.

Quick Chicken Piccata

See how to make a classic Italian chicken dish.

 
Select Your Version:  Argentina  |  Australia & New Zealand  |  Brazil  |  Canada  |  China  |  France  |  Germany  |  India  |  Japan  |  Korea  |  Mexico  |  Netherlands  |  Poland

Quebec  |  Russia  |  SE Asia  |  United Kingdom & Ireland  |  United States