Ricotta Gnocchi With Leeks Recipe

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Ricotta Gnocchi With  Leeks
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Directions:

  1. Set large strainer lined with double-layer damp cheese cloth over large bowl.
  2. Place ricotta cheese in the prepared strainer; cover with plastic and refrigerate overnight. (If using fresh ricotta, you can skip this step.).
  3. Cook leek in small pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 7 minutes.
  4. Drain. Rinse under cold water; drain.
  5. Using hands, squeeze leek dry.
  6. Mix ricotta cheese, leek, egg, 1/2 cup Parmigiano cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in bowl.
  7. Stir in 2/3 cup flour.
  8. Cover and chill mixture at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  9. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  10. Place flour for dredging in a flat bowl.
  11. For each gnocchi, shape 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture into a ball, then drop into the bowl of flour, tossing to coat.
  12. Transfer gnocchi to baking sheet. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover with plastic wrap; chill.).
  13. Bring large pot of salted water to boil.
  14. Working in 2 batches, add gnocchi and cook until tender and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  15. Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  16. Add sage leaves.
  17. Saute until butter browns, and sage leaves are crisp.
  18. Using slotted spoon, transfer gnocchi to skillet ; toss to coat with melted butter.
  19. When all gnocchi have been added to skillet, toss over medium heat to warm. Serve with Parmigiano cheese. Serves 4.
  20. That's it!
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 623.62 Kcal (2611 kJ)
Calories from fat 424.8 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 47.2g 73%
Cholesterol 191.96mg 64%
Sodium 879.86mg 37%
Potassium 207.86mg 4%
Total Carbs 22.68g 8%
Sugars 0.91g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1.12g 4%
Protein 26.7g 53%
Vitamin C 2.7mg 4%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 9%
Iron 0.9mg 5%
Calcium 265.9mg 27%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 272.62 Kcal (1141 kJ)
Calories from fat 185.7 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20.63g 73%
Cholesterol 83.91mg 64%
Sodium 384.63mg 37%
Potassium 90.87mg 4%
Total Carbs 9.92g 8%
Sugars 0.4g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0.49g 4%
Protein 11.67g 53%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 4%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 9%
Iron 0.4mg 5%
Calcium 116.3mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 16.2
    Points
  • 17
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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