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Ricotta Gnocchi
Soft, pillowy homemade ricotta gnocchi made from scratch with ricotta cheese, Parmesan, eggs, and flour. A quick and easy alternative to potato gnocchi.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Main Ingredients
16
oz
whole milk ricotta cheese
drained
2
large eggs
0.5
cup
grated Parmesan cheese
0.5
teaspoon
kosher salt
0.25
teaspoon
black pepper
2
cups
all-purpose flour
plus more for dusting
Instructions
Preparation Steps
In a large bowl, mix the drained ricotta cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a generously floured surface. Gently knead it a few times to bring it together into a smooth ball.
Divide the dough into 4 equal sections. Roll each section into a long rope about 0.5-inch thick.
Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces. Optionally, roll each piece over the tines of a fork or a gnocchi board to create ridges.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the gnocchi into the boiling water in batches.
Cook the gnocchi until they float to the surface, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and serve immediately with your favorite sauce.
Notes
For best results, ensure your ricotta is well-drained before mixing the dough to avoid adding too much flour, which can make the gnocchi dense.