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Delicious Sudtiroler Spinach Dumplings with Butter & Parmesan

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Experience the delightful flavors of Sudtiroler Spinatknodel Mit Butter Und Parmesan, a comforting dish from South Tyrol. Tender spinach dumplings are coated in rich butter and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a melt-in-your-mouth sensation.

Ingredients

  • Fresh spinach
  • Day-old bread or stale white bread
  • Unsalted butter
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Eggs
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Optional: Olive oil or vegan butter
  • Optional: Pecorino Romano cheese
  • Optional: Nutritional yeast
  • Optional: Flaxseed meal and water (for egg substitute)
  • Optional: Unsweetened applesauce (for egg substitute)
  • Optional: Fresh or dried herbs (like sage or thyme)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spinach: Start by washing the fresh spinach thoroughly. In a large pot, bring water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and blanch the spinach for about 2-3 minutes until wilted. Drain and cool under cold running water. Squeeze out excess moisture and chop finely.
  2. Toast the Bread: Cut the stale bread into small cubes and spread them on a baking sheet. Toast them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped spinach, toasted bread cubes, grated Parmesan, and a pinch of salt and pepper. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add them to the mixture. Stir well until everything is evenly combined.
  4. Form the Dumplings: With your hands, form the mixture into small balls or dumplings, about the size of a golf ball. You should get around 12-15 knödel from this mixture.
  5. Cook the Knödel: Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the water and let them cook for about 15-20 minutes. They are done when they float to the surface.
  6. Prepare the Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt some butter over low heat. You can add a bit of fresh or dried herbs like sage or thyme for extra flavor.
  7. Serve: Once the dumplings are cooked, use a slotted spoon to gently remove them from the water. Place them on a plate and drizzle with the melted butter sauce. Top generously with additional grated Parmesan before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: The dough should be moist but not soggy. If it feels too wet, add a bit more bread or flour. Feel free to add finely chopped onions or garlic for extra flavor.

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