Friday, 9 September 2011

gnocci with gorgonzola


  • 1.3/4 Lbs potatoes 
  • 1/3 Lb "Sweet" gorgonzola cheese (Italian gorgonzola Dolce) shopping list
  • 1.1/2 Oz butter shopping list
  • 1/4 Cup milk
  • 1 Tbsp Grated parmigiano Reggiano + extra for topping shopping list
  • miced chives (option) shopping list
  • note: Outside Italy, it's easy to find products called gorgonzola that is not the real thing. When you purchase gorgonzola , be sure it has the "DOP" logo on the package. Do not use other blue cheese, because the sauce will be too sharp and strong. shopping list

How to make it

  • Step: 1 Dice gorgonzola cheese and put in a saucepan with milk, Parmigiano Reggiano, and butter.
  • On very low heat, cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce has the consistency of heavy cream, stirring constantly.
  • Step: 2 Meanwhile bring plenty of salted water to a boil.
  • Pour gnocchi in the water and cook until they are all floating.
  • Drain and put gnocchi back in the pasta pot.
  • Pour the sauce over gnocchi and stir gently for a minute.
  • Arrange on serving dish and top with extra grated Parmigiano Reggiano
  • Optionally garnish with minced chives.

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