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Potato Gnocchi with Creamy Spinach Sauce, Topped with Crispy Bacon and Toasted Almonds
#PatataChallenge
Profile: Amateur
Ingredients: Potatoes (Russet for their fluffy texture); Flour; Eggs; Fresh spinach; Heavy cream; Parmesan cheese; Bacon; Sliced almonds; Olive oil; Onion; Garlic; Salt and pepper
Techniques Used:
Potato Boiling; Gnocchi Making; Sautéing; Blending; Hand Chopping; Toasting; Seasoning
Gnocchi Making:
Potatoes are boiled until tender and then mashed to a smooth, lump-free consistency. The mashed potatoes are combined with flour and egg to create a dough that is soft yet firm enough to hold its shape. The dough is carefully shaped into small dumplings, which are then gently boiled until they rise to the surface, indicating they are cooked perfectly.Spinach Sauce:
Fresh spinach is sautéed with finely chopped garlic, allowing the flavors to meld while maintaining the spinach’s vibrant color and earthy taste. The spinach is then blended with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to create a rich, velvety sauce. Seasoned with salt and pepper, the sauce reaches a perfect balance of creaminess and flavor.Bacon Garnish:
Bacon is hand-chopped into small pieces after it is crisped and cooled. This finely diced bacon is then scattered over the dish, adding a smoky, savory crunch that complements the creamy sauce and soft gnocchi.Toasting Almonds:
Almonds are toasted in olive oil, enhancing their natural nuttiness and crisp texture. The toasting process brings out the rich, roasted flavor of the almonds, providing an extra layer of crunch and depth to the dish.Brief Description of the Concept Behind the Dish:
This dish is a celebration of contrasts — the soft, pillowy gnocchi enveloped in a creamy spinach sauce that’s both rich and comforting. The savory warmth of onion (red onion and garlic) and Parmesan blends seamlessly with the earthiness of spinach, while the crispy bacon adds a surprising, smoky edge. Toasted almonds sprinkle the dish with a satisfying crunch, elevating the texture with each bite. It’s a harmonious balance of flavors, where every element plays its part to create a simple yet indulgent meal, like a quiet moment shared between two people who understand each other perfectly.
Ksenia Vadaturskaia, Maloles Muñoz ySol Damiani10 Comentarios-
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The delicateness of it all makes me almost feel the tenderness in my mouth — and few things are as beautiful and umami-packed as a perfect gnocchi. The contrast of textures is chef’s kiss 👌 Great choice with the almonds and spinach: earthy, creamy, crunchy — everything in balance. Honestly? This is the kind of dish I’d order at a restaurant without a second thought. No doubt at all!
This #PotatoChallenge is starting to look amazing 🥔
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@Sol Damiani Thank you, dear Sol. When I cook, I always try to find that balance between flavors and textures, and I’m glad you noticed it. The fact that you’d order this at a restaurant without a second thought — that might be the biggest compliment I could get.
Thanks again! ❤️
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que delicia!
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@Karla Reyes Thank you ❤️
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Me encantan los ñoquis y no puedo parar de mirar los tuyos. Son perfectos, su forma es ideal y se ven tiernos y esponjosos. La salsa es como un abrazo y las almendras, todo un acierto
Enhorabuena por este plato, sis 💪
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@Beatriz Torija Thank you, sis! That means a lot coming from you. I really wanted the gnocchi to be light and tender, so I’m glad it shows. And to tell you the truth, I’ve become addicted to toasted almonds 😂
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@lanamihajlovic ¡Ah! ¿Nadie te había avisado de que las almendras tostadas crean adicción? 🤣🤣🤣
Tienes que darnos las proporciones de patata y harina de los gnocchis… los he hecho en solo una ocasión, pero creo que no salieron muy bien 😬
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@Beatriz Torija Haha, you’re absolutely right about the almonds, they’re impossible to resist! For the gnocchi, I use 800 g of potatoes, 500 g of flour, 4 eggs, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 80 g of butter. If you want, I can also share the full recipe. It’s not hard once you get the hang of it!
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Tus platos siempre sorprenden por la historia que hay detrás de ellos. Esos ñoquis parecen estar esperando a los comensales orgullosos de lucir así de espectaculares .
Preciosas fotografías y preciosa exposición que nunca defrauda😍❤️
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@Maloles Muñoz thank you my dear 😘
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