Gnocchi alla Romana (Roman-Style Semolina Gnocchi)

Gnocchi alla Romana, or Roman-Style Semolina Gnocchi, is a classic dish from the Lazio region of Italy. These soft and creamy semolina dumplings are baked to perfection and then served with a delicious sauce or simply with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Gnocchi alla Romana (Roman-Style Semolina Gnocchi)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup semolina flour
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Gradually whisk in the semolina flour, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  3. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it becomes thick and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet and smooth it out to about 1/2 inch thick. Let it cool for 30 minutes.
  6. Using a round cookie cutter or glass, cut out the gnocchi and place them in a buttered baking dish, slightly overlapping.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the gnocchi are golden and crispy on top.
  8. Serve the Roman-Style Semolina Gnocchi hot with your favorite sauce or simply with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop and Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking sheet Baking dish

Tools

Whisk Saucepan Round cookie cutter or glass

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Pair with a light tomato sauce or a creamy mushroom sauce.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Be sure to spread the semolina mixture evenly to ensure uniform cooking.

Cost

$10