Have you always wanted to make your own gnocchi, but it took too long? This 3-ingredient Cottage Cheese Gnocchi Takes out all the hassle of making traditional gnocchi and produces light, fluffy dumplings in just minutes! Cooked in a delicious cheesy Alfredo sauce, this dish is high in protein and full of flavor.
It’s really amazing how paneer can save the day when it comes to making quick and easy dishes. from our Blackberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Ice Cream for us Whipped Cheese, Mashed PotatoesCheese adds creamy texture and a boost of protein to any dish. I love including it in this gnocchi recipe because it gives the dumplings a soft and fluffy texture without all the extra work of boiling, peeling, and mashing potatoes!
Making this gnocchi is really simple… and so much fun! You simply mix the blended cheese, flour and salt together until a dough forms. Then roll the dough into ropes and cut them into small pieces before cooking with the sauce. Delicious!
- cottage cheese: We use blended, full-fat cheese for the gnocchi and non-blended, 2% or whole milk cheese for the sauce.
- all purpose flour: Flour is the main ingredient in traditional gnocchi and helps to give it its puffy texture.
- Garlic: A major flavor enhancer in Alfredo sauce.
- Olive Oil or Butter: For the sauce, onions and garlic are used to fry so that it is rich and tasty.
- sea salt: We use sea salt to bring out all the flavors of the ingredients in the sauce.
- Cherry Tomatoes: A pint of cherry tomatoes goes a long way in adding lovely acidity to the dish.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional): A little cheese makes everything better, right?
If you’re not a fan of the texture of cheese, know that to make gnocchi we blend the cheese, and it melts easily into the sauce. But if it’s more a savory cheese, try using ricotta cheese or skyr curd instead!
Fill your cheese gnocchi recipe with all kinds of delicious fillings! Some of our favorites include:
- Spinach and Artichoke: For a cheesy, creamy filling that pairs perfectly with the rich Alfredo sauce.
- Bacon and Cheddar: Because everything is better together Bacon And cheese, right?
- Mushrooms and Herbs: Add Some Earthy Flavor With Chopped mushroom And fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Dried Tomatoes and Feta: For a Mediterranean twist on traditional gnocchi.
- Pesto and Pine Nuts: Mix some green goodness with a spoon pesto And a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts. Yum!
Add to make mixed cheese 1 cup cheese Pour into a high-speed blender and blend on high speed until silky smooth. That’s it!
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In Step #9Make sure the pan is not too hot, otherwise the cheese sauce will curdle.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. 3 daysReheat on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
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This healthy gnocchi recipe can be served as a main or side dish. We absolutely love it with us Roasted Root Vegetables, A fresh salad like this Butter Salad Salador a protein like this Juicy Grilled Chicken Or Easy Roasted Shrimp,
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Start by preparing the gnocchi. Pour the blended cheese into a large mixing bowl. Add the flour and salt and mix gently or until the flour is absorbed. Do your best not to overmix.
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Turn the gnocchi dough out onto a clean and floured surface. Knead the dough several times and then divide it into four parts.
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Using your hands, gently roll out each quarter into an even shape, keeping enough flour on your work surface so the dough doesn’t stick. If the log becomes too long to handle, split it in half and continue rolling until you reach ¾-inch width.
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Cut each log into pieces about ¾-inch long. Dust the gnocchi lightly with flour once again, and toss gently to coat with flour so they don’t stick. Cancel.
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Prepare Cheese Alfredo. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium/high heat. Add onion and a pinch of salt. Fry the onion for 3 minutes. Add garlic and remaining salt and fry until fragrant. Remove onion and garlic from pan and let cool for 10 minutes.
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In the same pan, add 3 tablespoons olive oil, tomatoes and salt. Cover and heat on medium/high flame. Cook for 5 minutes and then add the garlic. Cover again and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The goal is for the tomatoes to burst. Once they pop, transfer the tomatoes to a separate bowl.
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Once the onion has cooled, add it to a high-speed blender along with 1 cup of cheese and blend until completely smooth. Cancel.
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same pan and add the gnocchi. Toss the gnocchi and cook until lightly browned on both sides. Repeat until all the gnocchi are browned.
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Remove the pan from the heat and toss the gnocchi with the smooth cheese sauce. * If necessary, heat on low flame. Top with torn tomatoes, grated Parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper. Enjoy immediately.
- To make blended paneer, add 1 cup paneer to a high-speed blender and blend on high speed until silky smooth.
- In Step #9, make sure the pan is not too hot, otherwise it will cause the cheese sauce to curdle.
Calories: 272 kilo calories, Carbohydrates: 19 Yes, Protein: 10 Yes, thick: 17 Yes, Fiber: 1 Yes, Sugar: 4 Yes
Nutrition information is calculated automatically, so it should be used as an estimate only.
Photography: The photos in this post are by Erin from The Wooden Skillet.
