RICOTTA GNOCCHI WITH SPINACH & GORGONZOLA

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When my family comes for a visit, they always ask me to make this unique dish for dinner. Homemade cheesy gnocchi is topped with a rich sauce made with butternut squash, spinach and Gorgonzola.- Brud Holland, Watkins Glen, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 large potatoes
3 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
6 large eggs
4-1/2 cups cake flour
4 quarts water
SAUCE:
2-2/3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/3 cups heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1-1/2 pounds fresh spinach, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 400° for 50-55 minutes or until tender. Peel potatoes; press through a potato ricer or strainer into a large bowl. Cool slightly., Add ricotta and Romano cheeses, oil and salt to potato pulp; beat on low speed until smooth. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Add flour; mix well. On a lightly floured surface, knead 10-12 times, forming a soft dough., Divide dough into 16 portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 1/2-in.-thick rope; cut into 3/4-in. pieces. Press and roll each piece with a lightly floured fork., In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in batches until they float, 30-60 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm., In a large saucepan, combine the squash, basil, water, oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook until squash is tender, 4-6 minutes. , Stir in cream and Gorgonzola. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Add spinach; cook until spinach is wilted. Serve with gnocchi.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 833 calories, Fat 35g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 248mg cholesterol, Sodium 1420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 101g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Kennedy Boikanyo
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I love this recipe! The gnocchi is light and fluffy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I would recommend using a good quality gorgonzola cheese, as it really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.


Thandile Ntshona
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The gnocchi cooks in just a few minutes and the sauce is simple to make. I would recommend using fresh spinach for the best flavor.


Asandaskhile
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I was impressed with how easy this recipe was to make. The gnocchi was delicious and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Milk king
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spinach. The gnocchi is light and fluffy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I would recommend using a good quality gorgonzola cheese, as it really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.


Ifeanyi Ezennia
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the gnocchi and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Alex Brace
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. The gnocchi is light and fluffy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I would recommend using a good quality gorgonzola cheese, as it really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.


Alexis Graham
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I love this recipe! The gnocchi is light and fluffy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I would recommend using a good quality gorgonzola cheese, as it really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.


Wodero Bravo
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The gnocchi cooks in just a few minutes and the sauce is simple to make. I would recommend using fresh spinach for the best flavor.


Kgomotso Podile
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I was impressed with how easy this recipe was to make. The gnocchi was delicious and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Mutesi Violet
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spinach. The gnocchi is light and fluffy, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I would recommend using a good quality gorgonzola cheese, as it really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.


Rajesh Mandal
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the gnocchi and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Khalil Bhutta
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. The gnocchi is light and fluffy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I love the addition of spinach and gorgonzola. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion.


Saim rehman
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I was skeptical about making my own gnocchi, but this recipe made it easy. The gnocchi turned out perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a good quality gorgonzola cheese, as it really makes a difference in the flavor of the di


Balikuddembe Joseph
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The gnocchi is soft and pillowy, the spinach and gorgonzola sauce is creamy and tangy, and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


S Zahid
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's a great way to use up leftover spinach and ricotta cheese. I also like to add a bit of chopped sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.


Michelle Gecan
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I'm not much of a cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The gnocchi was perfectly cooked and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. My kids even liked it, which is a miracle. Thanks for sharing!


Eric Larson
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My wife and I tried this recipe for a romantic dinner at home and we absolutely loved it! The gnocchi was light and fluffy, the spinach and gorgonzola sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pine nuts added a nice crunchy texture. We will definitely be