Spinach and Ricotta Malfatti - alive magazine

Spinach and Ricotta Malfatti - alive magazine

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Although malfatto translates into “badly made,” these pillowy dumplings are tender with a rustic character. By omitting the flour, the ricotta and spinach…

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Cooking tools:

  • Cheesecloth
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Microplane
  • Grater
  • Slotted spoon
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Stove
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen towel
  • Plate

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) light ricotta
  • 1 cup (250 mL) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 2 large free-range eggs
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL) finely chopped mint
  • 3 Tbsp (45 mL) whole wheat pastry flour, plus extra to coat malfatti
  • 1/8 tsp (0.5 mL) freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 to 3 grates fresh nutmeg
  • Semolina flour, to coat malfatti
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups (500 mL) halved cherry tomatoes
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup (250 mL) frozen peas
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) finely grated lemon zest
  • Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

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