House Made Ricotta Gnudi Recipe
Make House Made Ricotta Gnudi Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Gnudi Ingredients
Brown Butter Sauce Ingredients
Method
Gnudi Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ricotta Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole milk ricotta, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are smoothly blended together.
- 2
Incorporate the Flour
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the ricotta mixture. Gently fold the flour into the mixture until it is just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this will make the gnudi tough.
- 3
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the gnudi mixture for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- 4
Shape the Gnudi
Once chilled, use a spoon or a small cookie scoop to portion out the gnudi. Roll each portion into a ball using your hands, then place them on a lightly floured baking sheet.
Cooking the Gnudi
- 5
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- 6
Cook the Gnudi
Carefully drop the gnudi into the boiling water. Cook for about 4-5 minutes or until they float to the surface. This indicates they are done.
- 7
Remove and Drain
Using a slotted spoon, remove the gnudi from the pot and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess water.
Brown Butter Sauce Preparation
- 8
Melt the Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns a golden brown color and develops a nutty aroma.
- 9
Add Sage Leaves
Once the butter is browned, add the fresh sage leaves and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the leaves are crispy and fragrant.
- 10
Season the Sauce
Season the brown butter sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serving
- 11
Combine and Serve
Gently toss the cooked gnudi in the brown butter sauce until they are well coated. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and sage leaves if desired.
