Gnocchi with cottage cheese

Cottage Cheese Gnocchi – a simple and delicious recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Cottage cheese gnocchi are a tasty and comforting dish, perfect for a quick family dinner or to impress friends. This gnocchi recipe is simple and doesn’t require sophisticated ingredients, just a few basic elements that you can easily find in your pantry.

Ingredients:
- 500 g fresh cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 130 g semolina
- 3-4 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon salt (for water)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter, as preferred)

Step 1: Preparing the dough
In a large bowl, add the fresh cottage cheese, salt, egg, and semolina. Use a fork or mixer to combine the ingredients until you achieve a smooth mixture. It is important that the cheese is well-drained so that the dough does not become too wet and sticky. If the cheese has a creamier texture, you can gradually add flour until the dough becomes smooth and easy to shape.

Step 2: Shaping the gnocchi
On a floured work surface, take a portion of the dough and shape it into a cylinder of the desired thickness (about 2 cm). Cut the cylinder into 2-3 cm pieces to form the gnocchi. If you want to give them a classic shape, you can use a fork: gently pressing down on each piece will create a dent that will help hold the sauce.

Step 3: Boiling the gnocchi
Put a large pot of water to boil and add 1 tablespoon of salt. When the water starts to boil, carefully add the gnocchi. Boil them for 3-5 minutes or until they rise to the surface. This is an indicator that they are ready. Use a slotted spatula to remove them from the water and let them drain well.

Step 4: Frying the gnocchi
In a large skillet, heat the two tablespoons of olive oil (or melted butter) over medium heat. Add the boiled gnocchi and fry them for a few minutes until they become golden and crispy on the outside. This step will give them a delicious texture and intense flavor.

Serving:
Cottage cheese gnocchi can be served with your favorite sauce – a simple tomato sauce or a creamy sauce with herbs will do wonders. You can also sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor. A side of fresh green salad will perfectly complement this dish.

Personalized option:
If you want to experiment, you can add a tablespoon of fresh herbs, such as dill or basil, to the gnocchi dough for a more complex flavor. You can also replace the cottage cheese with ricotta cheese for a creamier texture.

Useful tips:
- If the dough is too sticky, gradually add flour, but be careful not to overdo it, as the gnocchi may become too dense.
- Make sure the water is well salted so that the gnocchi have a pleasant taste.
- You can freeze the uncooked gnocchi by placing them on a tray in the freezer until firm and then transferring them to an airtight container. When you want to use them, boil them directly from the freezer.

Enjoy this quick cottage cheese gnocchi dish that combines simple and flavorful tastes. Bon appétit!

 Ingredients: 500 grams of fresh cow cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 large egg, 130 grams of semolina, 3-4 tablespoons of flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of olive oil or melted butter.