Gnocchi con salsa al formaggio erborinato

Ingredienti

• 1 pound gnocchi
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
• 4 ounces prosciutto (thinly sliced)
• 6 ounces spinach
• 1 shallot (minced)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 ounces blue cheese (crumbled)
• 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Preparazione

1. 1

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat the 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the 4 ounces prosciutto, and cook until crispy. Remove from pan with slotted spoon and allow to drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   To the same pan, add the 1 shallot and sauté on medium heat, until softened. Add the 6 ounces spinach to the pan with the softened shallots, and allow to wilt, 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the 1 pound gnocchi to the boiling water and cook 2-3 minutes, until the gnocchi float to the top. Drain.

6. 6

   Add the gnocchi to the skillet with the spinach and shallot. Add the ½ cup milk, 4 ounces blue cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg and stir until the cheese is melted and the gnocchi are coated. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

7. 7

   Garnish with the frizzled prosciutto and enjoy!