March 14, 2012

If you want that pot of gold...


With St Patty's approaching, I think it would be very appropriate to throw a fun party.

I also think that while coloring everything green is fun, having a bright rainbow range on the table with the touch of fresh green herbs on each ( whether as decoration or a part of a recipe itself) is even better!

There are many fun recipes out there. I absolutely LOVE this a-typical gnocci recipe! And with basil?! I think that with the side of heirloom tomatoes ( prepped with some garlic, truffle salt, dill and honey vinegar)  and roasted yellow and orange peppers sprinkles with green onions and a dash of coconut oil , this would just be that end of the rainbow where all leprechauns would want to hide their gold.

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Ricotta Gnocci

1 qt bullion of your choice
2 large eggs
1lb fresh ricotta
1lb spinach leaves
8 Tbsp flour
2 oz parmesan
nutmeg, black pepper , salt - to taste

sause :
fresh ( preferably raw) butter, basil, garlic, salt.

 Preparation:

Lightly steam spinach leaves, let cool, chop

In a mixing bowl combine spinach with ricotta, eggs, Parmesan,  sifted flour. Add salt , pepper and nutmeg.  Mix well.

Bring bullion to boil. Make little balls out of the dough ( about the size of a walnut ) , boil for about 10-15 minutes.

Sause :
In a separate skillet melt the butter, add crushed garlic , basil and salt. Don't over cook - just let the flavors blend well. Pout over gnocci and serve!


How are you going to celebrate St Patrick's Day? What is your favorite dish to prepare?


2 comments:

  1. That looks so good! I just made some Irish Soda bread. That's about it!

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  2. oh, perfect! how did it turn out? I was thinking of making one over the weekend. NEver had before. Recipe suggestion?

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