Polenta Gnocchi

Name: Polenta Gnocchi
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Polenta already cooked 2 cups; Type 00 flour 1 cup; Eggs large 1; Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese 1.1 oz; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low
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PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Sebastian Fitarau

Polenta gnocchi are a delicious twist on the classic potato dumplings, really popular in Northern Italy, especially in places like Lombardy and Veneto. And you know what? They're a genius way to use up leftover polenta. Mix it with flour, eggs, and grated cheese, and you've got a dough that's soft yet firm enough to shape. Seriously, it works great. This polenta gnocchi recipe pairs beautifully with so many sauces. Whether you're into a simple butter and sage or a rich venison ragù, these dumplings have a unique texture that stands out.

Compared to traditional potato gnocchi, these cornmeal versions offer a bit more bite—like, way way more—and a rustic vibe that really fills you up. People love how homemade polenta gnocchi give you that authentic Italian comfort with a practical and cozy twist. Plus, it's all about minimizing waste, turning leftover polenta into a really good meal.

In these regions, cooks transform yesterday’s polenta into crispy fried cubes or shape it into polenta gnocchi. And the sauce? What makes these dumplings special is their ability to soak it all up—imagine each bite capturing all the melted butter or tangy tomato goodness. They are often baked to develop a golden crust that's simply really really good.

It's the kind of food that's perfect for sharing, whether you opt for the sage butter or a hearty, meaty sauce. Many people find this to be an easy polenta gnocchi trick when they have leftovers and want something satisfying but not complicated. Pretty simple. Ultimately, polenta gnocchi with sauce fits right in with other Italian dumplings, bringing a bit of that mountain farmhouse feeling to your table. Every bite is a reminder that really good food doesn’t need to be fancy—it can come from what's already in your kitchen. So here's the thing: next time you have leftover polenta, try making these gnocchi. Enjoy a comforting, homemade meal that’s both practical and delicious.

How to prepare Polenta Gnocchi

To prepare the polenta gnocchi, start by gathering cold, well-dried polenta cut into pieces in a bowl. 1. Add the flour 2 and the grated cheese 3.

Add the egg 4, then season with salt 5 and pepper 6.

Work the mixture with your hands 7 until the egg is well absorbed 8, then transfer the dough to the work surface 9.

Add a pinch of flour 10 and knead until you obtain a homogeneous and fairly compact loaf 11. If it turns out too soft or sticky, you can add a little more flour. Divide the loaf into several portions using a bench scraper 12.

Take the first piece of dough and, with your hands, form a roll about 3/8-3/4 inch in diameter 13, depending on the desired size. Then cut them with a knife or bench scraper into pieces about 3/4 inch long, just like for classic gnocchi 14. Finally, score the gnocchi with the appropriate tool, dusting it well with flour 15. Transfer them as you go onto a well-floured kitchen towel and continue this way until the dough is finished. Your polenta gnocchi are ready to be cooked and dressed as you prefer!

Storage

Polenta gnocchi can be prepared in advance. Arrange them on a lightly floured tray and store them in the refrigerator for about 12-34 hours, covered with a kitchen towel.

Alternatively you can freeze them raw: space them well on a tray, freeze them and then transfer them to a food bag. When ready to use, cook them directly from frozen.

Tip

To cook them, drop the gnocchi into plenty of salted boiling water: they will be ready when they float to the surface, in a few minutes. Drain them gently and dress immediately.

They are excellent with melted butter and sage, with a simple tomato sauce or briefly sautéed in a pan for a few minutes to obtain a slightly crispy surface.

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Polenta Gnocchi

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How to prepare Polenta Gnocchi

Storage

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