Gnocchi Sorrentina Recipe
Fresh Mozzarella Choice of Pesto Or Marinara Sauce
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Ingredients
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Gnocchi
Sauce
Method
Gnocchi Preparation
- 1
Boil Potatoes
Peel and boil the potato until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain and let it cool slightly.
- 2
- 3
Make Dough
In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, egg, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- 4
Shape Gnocchi
On a floured surface, roll the dough into long ropes (about 1.5 cm thick). Cut the ropes into 2 cm pieces to form gnocchi.
- 5
Form Ridges
Optional: Press the back of a fork into each piece to create ridges for better sauce adherence.
Cooking Gnocchi
- 6
Cook Gnocchi
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Drain Gnocchi
Remove the gnocchi with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 8
Heat Sauce
In a saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until warm.
- 9
Combine Gnocchi and Sauce
Add the cooked gnocchi to the sauce and gently stir to coat the gnocchi.
Assembly
- 10
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
- 11
Prepare Baking Dish
Transfer the gnocchi and sauce mixture to a baking dish. Tear the fresh mozzarella into chunks and distribute them over the top.
- 12
Add Toppings
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.
- 13
Bake Gnocchi Sorrentina
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
