Source: blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a first course prepared with potato gnocchi, eggplant, tomato sauce, feta, capers, green olives, oregano, marjoram, chilli, breadcrumbs, Grana Padano PDO

Ingredients

for 4 people

1 kg potato gnocchi (35.3 oz)

1 large eggplant (or 2 small ones)

300 g tomato purée (10.6 oz)

100 g feta cheese (3.5 oz)

About 20 capers

5 green olives

2 cloves garlic

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Oregano and marjoram, to taste

Chili pepper, to taste

Breadcrumbs and grated Grana Padano, for gratinating

Method

Desalt the capers in running water for about ten minutes.

Place the Feta in a bowl and cover it with cold water

Leave to soak for a few minutes to remove excess salt from the brine.

Wash and cut the aubergine into chunks

Boil the water for the gnocchi.

In a pan, sauté the aubergine with oil and chopped garlic, capers and olives.

Cook for a few minutes, with the lid closed, until the aubergine begins to soften.

Add the tomato puree

Season with oregano, marjoram and a little chilli pepper

Cook for 15-20 minutes, adding oil or a few tablespoons of hot water if necessary.

Add the Feta cut into small pieces or crumbled.

When the water boils, pour in the gnocchi, stir and wait for them to rise to the surface.

While waiting, turn on the oven.

Remove the gnocchi and put them in the pan with the sauce that has become cooked.

Turn off the heat and stir the gnocchi quickly then pour them into a baking dish or baking dish.

Cover the gnocchi with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese.

Bake at no less than 200 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until the surface is au gratin.

Serve hot

Allergens

Capers: ability to counteract the symptoms of allergies

Feta: milk allergens

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

Grana Padano PDO: milk allergens, lysozyme from eggs

Marjoram: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to Lamiaceae (or Labiatae): thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, oregano, nepeta.

Aubergine: possible individual intolerance or cross-reactivity in case of grass allergy

Olives: olive allergy is very rare: a case described in Spain

Oregano: reactivity in case of sensitivity to Lamiaceae (or Labiatae): thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, nepeta

Breadcrumbs: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Chili pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Capers: source of antioxidants capable of supporting the immune system, of rutin that strengthens capillaries and inhibits the formation of platelet aggregates, promoting the functionality of the cardiovascular system.

Feta: cheese 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

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

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

Marjoram: good source of antioxidants that promote the functioning of the cardiovascular system and immune system.

Aubergine: provides flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract the depressed

Olive: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Useful for liver function for the supply of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids

Oregano: provides antioxidants and vitamin E that are conducive to the proper functioning of the immune system

Breadcrumbs: cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Chili pepper: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, reduces blood cholesterol indexes and hinders its formation on the arteries. It contains vitamins A, D and E and is very effective in activating the venous and capillary circulation. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Xerostomia (dry mouth)

Not recommended in case of

• Diarrhea
• Mucositis
• Dysphagia
• Nausea and vomiting