Green gnocchetti

Name: Green gnocchetti
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Red potatoes 1.5 lbs; Spinach 13.3 cups; Type 00 flour 1.67 cups; Fine salt to taste; Remilled durum wheat semolina to taste

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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 40 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Bright green color and petite, playful shapes make green gnocchetti a fun favorite at countless American family tables. Bringing out true comfort-food vibes with every bite, this pasta dish stands out among American family recipes for its fresh look and crowd-pleasing appeal. Each piece feels soft and tender, with a moist bite that’s gentle for little kids but absolutely satisfying for adults, too—easygoing and DELICIOUS all at once. While packed with a subtle semi-sweet note from spinach, green gnocchetti pairs up effortlessly with family go-tos like robust tomato sauce, creamy cheese blends, or just a sprinkle of parmesan, so flavor flexibility stays front and center. The smaller, cheerful shape catches sauce in the best way—making weeknight meals and cozy Sunday dinners feel special without the stress. Loved for its reliable, great taste and nicely balanced texture, this pasta brings home that welcoming feeling so many crave in easy American cooking. (Psst—kids often grab the first serving thanks to the fun green hue—parents know how much that helps on busy nights!)

Because busy schedules rarely slow down, green gnocchetti checks all the boxes as one of those quick American meals families count on, especially when everyone’s hungry at once. This dish really shines as a lighter main, an adaptable side, or even the surprising highlight of a potluck—super-versatile for all kinds of gatherings or just quiet nights at home. For anyone on a budget, it stands tall among budget-friendly recipes; you get that homemade feel while staying in control of groceries, and it works for both classic or creative add-ins depending on what’s around. Big brunch coming up? Pair these with eggs or pancakes since they handle breakfast fun just as easily as dinner duty. Add green gnocchetti into your family’s meal prep strategies—leftover portions always reheat well, so weeknight dinners suddenly get a serious upgrade. When looked at through the lens of regional American cuisine, it’s an easy yet special way to mix in something new, whether served plain or tossed with herbed butter (always a winner). Even with its hint of European inspiration, it keeps the warm, friendly spirit of family eating right where it belongs—at the table, bringing extra smiles every single time.

How to prepare Green gnocchetti

To make the green gnocchetti, start by cooking the potatoes. Choose them all the same size and place them in a pot with cold water 1. Cook from boiling for 30-40 minutes. In the meantime, cook the spinach. Immerse them in boiling, slightly salted water 2 and cook for about 5 minutes until wilted. Transfer them to a colander placed over a bowl 3.

Squeeze them well 4 and transfer them to a cutting board 5; then chop them finely with a knife 6.

Transfer them to a bowl and set aside 7. At this point, as soon as the potatoes are cooked 8, drain them and let them cool slightly. Pour the all-purpose flour onto a work surface 9.

Press the potatoes on top 10 and add the spinach 11. Now knead quickly with your hands 12.

You'll need to obtain a homogeneous dough 13. Take a portion using a knife or a scraper 14 and with your hands form a cylinder on a work surface 15; it should be about 3/4 inch thick.

Using semolina flour, flour the dough cylinder well 16, then using the scraper (or a knife) make pieces about 1/2 inch wide 17 18. If needed, add a bit more semolina to prevent them from sticking.

Now using a gnocchi board or the tines of a fork, rid the gnocchi 19. Always add a bit of semolina to prevent them from sticking and place them on a tray covered with a cloth, lightly floured with semolina 20. The green gnocchetti are ready 21, you just need to cook them in boiling water until they float and then dress them as you prefer!

Storage

Spinach gnocchetti can be prepared 2-3 hours in advance. Keep them on the tray with the floured cloth and cover them with another cloth. If it's not too warm, store them at room temperature.

Alternatively, you can freeze them, first on a tray and then transfer them to a food bag. We recommend cooking the gnocchi without defrosting them first.