Ricotta Gnocchi

* Exported from MasterCook *

RICOTTA GNOCCHI

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cheese/eggs Main dish
Pasta

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 Pks. froz. chopped spinach
2 Eggs
2 c Ricotta cheese
1 c Bread crumbs
1 c Grated parmesan cheese
1 Clove minced garlic
1/2 t Salt
1 pn Pepper
1/4 t Ground nutmeg
1 t Dry basil
1 Flour

Cook spinach according to directions, then drain. When cool enough to
handle, press out as much water as possible with your hands. In a
large
bowl, beat eggs. Add ricotta and mix well. Stir in bread crumbs,
parmesan, garlic, salt, pepper, nutmeg, basil, and spinach. Mix well.
Shape into 1 1/2 inch balls. Rollin four to coat lightly. Poach half
the
balls at a time in a large kettle of boiling water.Cook at a gentle
boil
for 10 min. Remove with a slotted spoon. Serve with butter &
parmesan
cheese, or with a tomato sauce.
Note: You can also bake these in a 375 oven for about 20 minutes.



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