Lunche for 2
Ricotta Gnocchi
Soft ricotta dumplings simmer briefly, then finish in lemon herb butter with grated cheese and black pepper.
$15.53for 4 servings
$3.88 per serving$15.53 for 4
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- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings as written
- $$$typical cost tier
ItalianVegetarianHigh-proteinLunches
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 5.75 oz | $3.16Typical price |
| Cottage cheese or ricotta$0.17/oz typical | 8 oz | $1.36Typical price |
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 2 | $0.60Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 4 oz | $1.60Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.09Typical price |
| Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 1 | $0.60Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.76 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperOlive and cooking oilFlour
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
- flaky sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs
- 1 lemon
Steps
- Stir the ricotta, egg yolks, salt, 1 cup cheese, and flour into a soft dough.
- Shape the dough into small dumplings and rest them on a floured surface for 5 minutes.
- Boil a large pot of salted water, add the dumplings, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they float.
- Melt the butter with the herbs and lemon juice in a large skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the gnocchi to the skillet, toss with the butter, and add the remaining cheese and pepper.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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