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Gnocchi alla romana
Bring the milk to a simmer with the salt, nutmeg and 20 g butter. Rain in the semolina while whisking, then switch to a wooden spoon and cook, stirring, about 10 minutes until very thick and pulling from the sides.
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How long does Gnocchi alla romana take?
1 hr 55 min all in — 15 min prep, 40 min cook, 1 hr rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 portions. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Milk, Eggs. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.
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What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Baking tray, Oven.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Parmigiano → Grana Padano. Milder and a little cheaper; works the same.
Any tips from this recipe?
Wet the glass between cuts so the discs come away cleanly. Assemble the dish a day ahead and bake it straight from the fridge, adding 5 minutes.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Assemble the dish a day ahead and bake it straight from the fridge, adding 5 minutes.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.