The word
gnocco refers to a shape more than a specific ingredient -- what one would call a small dumpling in English. As such, there are many recipes for gnocchi, some that call for potatoes, and others that do not. Here's a sampling:
- No-Fail Gnocchi
Gnocchi made with dried potato flakes -- perfect when you're pressed for time, and good in any case.
- Gnocchi in Brodo
A slight variation on standard gnocchi, served in broth.
- Ciciones
These Sardinian gnocchi are made with semolina, and gain grace and color from saffron.
- Gnocchi di Farina Gialla
Corn meal gnocchi, a variation on a well-known favorite.
- Gnocchi alla Romana
An astonishingly tasty baked variety of gnocchi, made with semolina.
- Artusi's Gnocchi alla Romana
They're a bit simpler.
- Aunt Emma's Lite Gnocchi alla Romana
A dietetic version.
- Gnocchi alla Romana with Leeks and Speck
A libidenous treat!
- Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
A touching story and a tasty recipe to greet the birth of a little girl.
- Gnocchi alla Bava
Gnocchi in a deliciously stringy Fontina sauce!
- Gnocchi con Carciofi e Noci
Artichokes and walnuts nicely complement each other in this sauce.
- Gnocchi di Erbette
An old Emilian recipe that doesn't include potato -- just ricotta, greens, and flour.
- Pin: Gnocchi Piacentini
Rich gnocchi from Piacenza, with greens, ricotta and Parmigiano -- suitable for a feast!
- Gnocchetti con Orapi e Peperoncino
An interesting variation on the more classic gnocchi, with wild spinach and hot pepper.
- Gnocchetti di Melanzana
Tasty gnocchi made with eggplant, and a zucchini-and-shrimp sauce to go with them.
- Gnocchi di Latte
A delicate dessert made with milk and potato starch.
Basic Potato Gnocchi | Variations on Potato Gnocchi