Jul 14 2026

Gnocchi Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

summer zucchini cream, lemon ricotta, crispy pancetta, fried shallots

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Zucchini Cream

    In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini and sauté until soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Blend until smooth and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Pancetta

    In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Fry the Shallots

    In the same skillet, add shallots and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Cook the Gnocchi

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions or until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.

  5. 5

    Combine and Serve

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked gnocchi with the zucchini cream, lemon zest, and ricotta cheese. Toss gently to mix. Serve topped with crispy pancetta and fried shallots.

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