Turkey Ragu Gnocchi Recipe
Course: TurkeyDifficulty: EasyServings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
20
minutesCalories per serving
380
kcalGnocchi is a type of Italian dumpling, though many confuse it with pasta. Traditionally, these dumplings are made of semolina, but these days, potato gnocchi are much more popular. You may also find gnocchi made of egg, cheese, wheat flour or breadcrumbs.
As with many dishes from Italy, each major region has its own variation of gnocchi. For instance, in Tuscany, gnocchi is usually made of flour, spinach or ricotta cheese. In Pugliese cuisine, gnocchi is highly flour based, but gnudi, a very similar dumpling, is cheese based.
If you ate gnocchi in Italy, you would find that it is served as a first course and is seen as an alternative to pasta and soup. They are served warm or hot, never cold, and usually handmade, the recipe depending on the region. Specialty stores throughout Italy also sell gnocchi, and in the U.S., you can also find it frozen or fresh at most grocery stores.
One of the reasons people commonly confuse these small dumplings with pasta is that they are often served with sauce, commonly with pesto. They also might be served with melted butter or sage. Thanks to the many flavors and variations, there are numerous ways to make gnocchi based on your personal tastes. With so many options, it is usually easy to find a gnocchi recipe that will be perfect for you and your family. Try the following tempting creation.
As with many dishes from Italy, each major region has its own variation of gnocchi. For instance, in Tuscany, gnocchi is usually made of flour, spinach or ricotta cheese. In Pugliese cuisine, gnocchi is highly flour based, but gnudi, a very similar dumpling, is cheese based.
If you ate gnocchi in Italy, you would find that it is served as a first course and is seen as an alternative to pasta and soup. They are served warm or hot, never cold, and usually handmade, the recipe depending on the region. Specialty stores throughout Italy also sell gnocchi, and in the U.S., you can also find it frozen or fresh at most grocery stores.
One of the reasons people commonly confuse these small dumplings with pasta is that they are often served with sauce, commonly with pesto. They also might be served with melted butter or sage. Thanks to the many flavors and variations, there are numerous ways to make gnocchi based on your personal tastes. With so many options, it is usually easy to find a gnocchi recipe that will be perfect for you and your family. Try the following tempting creation.
Ingredients
450 g (16 oz) packaged or homemade gnocchi
220 g (8 ounces) turkey breast
1 cup chopped white onion
3/4 cup chopped red pepper
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon basil, dried or fresh
1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 cup white wine, dry
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can diced tomatoes with garlic, basil and oregano
1 tablespoon Romano cheese, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Basil sprigs as an optional garnish
Directions
- Cook your gnocchi according to the directions on the package, but do not add salt or fat, like butter or oil. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the turkey on a small amount of olive oil until it turns golden brown. Put it aside.
- In the same saucepan, sauté onions and garlic until golden
- Add red bell pepper and sauté for another 3 minutes
- Add white wine, tomatoes and tomato paste, salt, spices to the mixture. Simmer for another 3 minutes
- Add turkey, sauté for 5 minutes
- Remove the casserole from the heat, add cheese on top.
- Serve the finished dish with gnocchi. Bon appetit!
