Nana's Spinach Gnocchi

Discover the comforting flavors of Nana's Spinach Gnocchi, a heartwarming Italian classic that combines tender pillows of homemade gnocchi with the earthy goodness of fresh spinach. This recipe is made with ricotta cheese and a hint of nutmeg, creating a soft, delicate texture and a subtly rich flavor. Perfectly seasoned and cooked until they float to tender perfection, these spinach gnocchi are then elevated with a luxurious brown butter sauce infused with crispy sage leaves. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is an elegant yet comforting meal that's perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Serve with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese to complete this timeless, restaurant-quality dish made right in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Fresh spinach
• 250 grams Ricotta cheese
• 150 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg, grated
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 50 grams Unsalted butter (for serving, optional)
• 5 whole Sage leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly, removing any tough stems. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the spinach for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain and immediately transfer the spinach to a bowl of ice water to retain its bright green color.

Step 2

Squeeze out as much water as possible from the spinach, then finely chop it.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix with a wooden spoon until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour to the mixture. Gently fold it in until it forms a soft, slightly sticky dough. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 5

Dust a clean work surface with flour. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope about 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) in diameter, then cut the rope into 2 cm (0.8 inches) pieces to form gnocchi. Lightly dust the gnocchi with flour to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Working in batches, drop the gnocchi into the boiling water. When the gnocchi float to the surface (after about 2 minutes), use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate lined with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 7

For serving, melt unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat until it begins to brown slightly. Add the sage leaves (if using) and sauté until crispy. Toss the cooked gnocchi in the brown butter sauce.

Step 8

Serve immediately with additional grated Parmesan cheese on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1652.8

Total Fat 91.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 533.5mg	0%
Sodium 3805.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 78.0g	0%

Vitamin D 85.9IU	0%
Calcium 1927.4mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 520.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.4%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 33.3%