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Ricotta Gnocchi and Spinach Bake
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 6
Rachael Ray.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups flour, plus
1 tablespoon flour
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt and pepper
5 ounces baby spinach, rinsed and drained
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3 large eggs
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Bring a large Dutch oven of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, in a large, ovenproof skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
2. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon flour and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
3. Add the half-and-half and simmer, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the nutmeg.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Working in batches, stir in the spinach and cook over low heat until just wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Cover and set aside.
5. Preheat the broiler. In a medium bowl, lightly beat together the ricotta, eggs, 1/2 cup parmesan, the remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until well combined.
6. Using a soupspoon, drop 10 to 12 generous spoonfuls of dough into the boiling water and cook for 3 minutes; gently stir the gnocchi. When the gnocchi rise to the surface, cook for about 3 minutes more.
7. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with the remaining batter.
8. Add the gnocchi to the spinach sauce and stir gently to coat. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan and broil until golden, about 3 minutes.
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