Description
This 3-ingredient Cottage Cheese Gnocchi is a quick, easy, and protein-packed alternative to traditional potato gnocchi. Light, fluffy, and ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Serve with a brown butter sage sauce, marinara, or pesto for a delicious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (for serving, optional)
- 6 fresh sage leaves (for serving, optional)
Instructions
1. Blend the Cottage Cheese: Blend the cottage cheese in a high-speed blender until smooth.
2. Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, flour, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Roll & Cut: Lightly flour a surface, then roll the dough into ropes about ¾-inch thick. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
4. Boil the Gnocchi: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface (2-3 minutes). Drain.
5. Sauté (Optional): Heat butter in a pan over medium heat, add gnocchi, and cook until golden brown. Toss in sage leaves for extra flavor.
6. Serve: Enjoy with your favorite sauce or toppings.
Notes
- Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze uncooked gnocchi on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Boil from frozen when ready.
- Reheating: Warm in a pan over medium heat or microwave for 30 seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling, Pan-Frying (Optional)
- Cuisine: Italian inspired
