Source: blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a first course prepared with potato gnocchi, caciotta, provolone, mascarpone, cream, béchamel, Parmesan, nutmeg, pepper, extra virgin olive oil,  butter

Ingredients

1.5 kg potato gnocchi (52.9 oz)

150 g caciotta cheese (5.3 oz)

150 g provolone cheese (5.3 oz)

4 tablespoons mascarpone (or cream or béchamel sauce)

Grated Parmigiano Reggiano DPO, to taste (for gratinating)

Nutmeg, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

Extra-virgin olive oil (or butter, optional)

Method

When the water boils, pour in the gnocchi

When they emerge, transfer them directly to a baking pan covered with a layer of mascarpone (or cream).

Cover the gnocchi with more mascarpone, diced cheese, a drizzle of oil or a few curls of butter and a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese.

If necessary, add pepper or nutmeg.

Put in the oven at 220° until au gratin.

Serve

Allergens

Bechamel sauce: milk and cereal allergens

Butter: milk allergens (except in clarified butter) if not clarified

Caciotta cheese: milk allergens

Potato gnocchi: possible individual intolerance; possible reactivity in case of allergy to Gramineae, Birch, Parietaria

Mascarpone: contains milk allergens

Nutmeg: possible reaction in case of intolerance to spices

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Cream: presence of lactose and milk proteins

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: contains milk allergens

Pepper (green, pink, black, grey, white): possible cross-reactivity in case of spice intolerance

Provolone cheese: contains milk allergens

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Butter: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Caciotta: useful for the proper functioning of the liver. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Potato gnocchi: rich in carotenoids and vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune and cardiovascular systems. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Mascarpone: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Nutmeg: source of vitamin A, carotenoids and manganese with antioxidant properties favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Cream: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: useful for the proper functioning of the liver. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Pepper (green, pink, black, gray, white): contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; it improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Provolone: useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression. Contribution of flora useful for the protection and proper functioning of the intestine

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Mucositis
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia

Not recommended in case of:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea and vomiting