Farina Dumplings Gnocchi Alla Romana
Indulge in the comforting elegance of *Farina Dumplings Gnocchi Alla Romana*, a classic Italian dish that transforms simple semolina flour into golden, cheesy perfection. These rich, velvety dumplings are cooked with milk, butter, and Parmesan cheese, then shaped into tender rounds and baked until irresistibly crisp and bubbly. Enhanced with a delicate hint of nutmeg, this dish is as decadent as it is satisfying. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or a show-stopping main course, these gnocchi pair beautifully with a crisp salad and a glass of white wine. Ready in under an hour, this Roman-inspired recipe brings authentic Italian flavors to your table with ease.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Semolina flour
- 1 liter Milk
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 50 grams Extra Parmesan cheese for topping
- 20 grams Extra butter for greasing and topping
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it just begins to steam. Stir in the salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
While whisking continuously, slowly add the semolina flour into the milk in a steady stream to avoid lumps.
Reduce the heat to low and continue whisking for about 5-8 minutes, until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in 50 grams of the butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and the egg yolks until fully incorporated and smooth.
Lightly grease a baking sheet or parchment paper with butter. Spread the semolina mixture evenly into a 1-2 cm thick layer. Use a spatula to smooth the surface.
Allow the semolina to cool completely for about 30-40 minutes or refrigerate until firm.
Once the mixture is set, use a round cookie cutter or the rim of a small glass (approximately 4-5 cm in diameter) to cut out circles of dough.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a baking dish with butter.
Arrange the semolina circles slightly overlapping in the baking dish. Sprinkle the tops generously with the remaining Parmesan cheese and dot with small pieces of butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a delightful appetizer or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3036 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.1 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.0 g | 530% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 868 mg | 289% | |
| Sodium | 5386 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.1 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.6 g | ||
| Protein | 131.5 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.1 mcg | 65% | |
| Calcium | 3059 mg | 235% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2183 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
