GNOCCHI ALLA ROMANA (BAKED SEMOLINA GNOCCHI)

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Not to be confused with the traditional potato gnocchi, gnocchi alla Romana are semolina dumplings, baked with cheese and butter. In this recipe, pancetta is added to the mix for a tastier version of this classical Roman dish.

Provided by clara

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 quart milk
5 tablespoons butter, divided
salt to taste
1 ½ cups fine semolina flour
2 egg yolks
1 ¼ cups grated Grana Padano cheese, divided
⅓ cup grated Gruyere cheese
1 (3 ounce) package pancetta bacon, diced
1 pinch ground nutmeg, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine milk, 1/4 cup butter, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Whisk semolina into boiling milk, mixing well to prevent lumps. Reduce heat and cook, stirring often, until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. Add egg yolks, 1 cup Grana Padano, and Gruyere cheese; stir well.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook and stir pancetta until crisp, 7 to 10 minutes. Stir pancetta into semolina mixture.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets with 1 1/2 teaspoon butter.
  • Spread semolina mixture onto 1 of the prepared baking sheets, about 1/2-inch thick. Allow to cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
  • Cut small disks out of cooled semolina using a juice glass or cookie cutter. Place the disks onto the other prepared baking sheet, slightly overlapping the disks. Sprinkle the remaining Grana Padano cheese over disks and dot with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoon butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until gnocchi are nicely crisp and golden, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 189.8 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 789 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

HuNeR TaQaNa
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These gnocchi were a bit too crispy for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I would try baking them for a shorter amount of time next time.


Mmesoma Vivian
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I made these gnocchi for a party and they were a big hit! Everyone raved about how good they were. I love how easy they are to make and how versatile they are. You can serve them with any type of sauce or topping.


Xmart Anas
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These gnocchi were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and some grated Parmesan cheese. My family loved them!


Kirbylj Johnson
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I'm not a big fan of gnocchi, but I really enjoyed these. The crispy top and the soft interior were a great combination. I also liked the subtle flavor of the semolina. I would definitely make this dish again.


Nadra Anna
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These gnocchi were a great way to use up some leftover semolina flour. They were easy to make and the flavor was great. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and some fresh basil. My family loved them!


Payton Murrieta
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I've made these gnocchi several times now and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love serving them with a simple tomato sauce and some grated Parmesan cheese.


Mstkhadija Islam
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These gnocchi were amazing! I loved the crispy top and the soft interior. The flavor was also perfect. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Michael Pleger
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Overall, I thought these gnocchi were pretty good. They were easy to make and the flavor was good. I would definitely make them again.


Ritik Mgr
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I had some trouble getting the gnocchi to brown evenly. I think I might have needed to use a larger baking dish.


Hareem Khan
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These gnocchi were a bit too crispy for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I would try baking them for a shorter amount of time next time.


Ak Siyal
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I made these gnocchi for a party and they were a big hit! Everyone raved about how good they were. I love how easy they are to make and how versatile they are. You can serve them with any type of sauce or topping.


Shani Malhi
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These gnocchi were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and some grated Parmesan cheese. My family loved them!


Shijon Rocky
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I'm not usually a fan of gnocchi, but these were really good. The crispy top and soft interior were a great combination. I also liked the subtle flavor of the semolina. I would definitely make this dish again.


Shilu Varghese
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I've tried many gnocchi alla romana recipes, but this one is by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow and the results were amazing. The gnocchi were perfectly cooked and so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves It


Brightmoon Distribution
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I made these gnocchi for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved the unique texture and flavor. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and some fresh basil, and it was the perfect meal. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Timothy Nganga
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Wow! These gnocchi alla romana were out of this world! The crispy, browned top was the perfect contrast to the soft, pillowy interior. I loved the subtle flavors of the semolina and cheese. I will definitely be making this dish again!