Gnudi (Ricotta Gnocchi)

These ricotta-based gnudi with fresh basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese are a delicate and delicious alternative to pasta or gnocchi.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 185 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 1 pound fresh basil, stems removed
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground white pepper
• 2 teaspoons sea salt, or more to taste
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 0.5 lemon, juiced
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour, divided
• 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add basil and cook uncovered until just wilted, about 1 minute. Immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain. Squeeze very dry and finely chop.

Step 2

Mix ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup flour, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, egg yolks, and nutmeg in a large bowl. Add basil, white pepper, and salt; mix until gnudi mixture is well-combined.

Step 3

Dust your hands with remaining 1/4 cup flour and form gnudi mixture into small balls.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lemon juice. Boil gnudi in batches until they float to the top of the water, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain.