Gnocchi Alla Fiorentina

Ingredients

Gnocchi

1 pound (450g)

Fresh spinach

10 ounces (280g), washed and chopped

Unsalted butter

2 tablespoons

All-purpose flour

2 tablespoons

Milk

1 cup (240ml)

Grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup (100g), plus extra for serving

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon, freshly grated

Instructions

1. Cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or pan, add a splash of water and the chopped spinach. Cook over medium heat until the spinach wilts (about 2-3 minutes). Drain well and chop finely.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a smooth paste (roux).
4. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to stir until the sauce thickens and is smooth.
5. Add the chopped spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Stir well to combine and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Gently fold in the cooked gnocchi, ensuring they are well coated with the creamy spinach sauce.
7. Serve the gnocchi alla Fiorentina hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.