Hands-On Know Your Gnocchi

Gnocchi may pre-date pasta, but these little knuckle-shaped dumplings still receive pride of place in Italian cuisine, from Nona’s table to the finest ristorante. Learn to prepare a variety of gnocchi paired with seasonal accompaniments for a perfect match of flavors in this hands-on class. Vegetarian-friendly menu!

Menu: 

• Potato Gnocchi with Sautéed Summer Squash, Corn, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes and Feta
• Roasted Beet-Ricotta Gnocchi with Toasted Almond-Pesto Cream Sauce 

Skills covered in class:

• Selecting potatoes
• Making and shaping gnocchi
• Cooking gnocchi
• Sautéing vegetables
• Balancing flavors
• Making fresh herb and cream sauces

In this hands-on class, students will be paired in groups of three to five and work together as a team to prepare the recipes.

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