Mmmm–beets! And homemade gnocchi! I love both! This recipe is a bit different, though, as the gnocchi isn't potato-based. And it's good. Of course, with gnocchi- the sauce is up to you, but I'm also including one that is yummy. Beets go well with walnuts and a nice stinky cheese...
It's a lot of work--and it's messy-- but it's fun. And really, really delish!

Ingredients for the Beet Gnocchi:
- 1 1/2 large red beets (baseball sized), uncooked
- Two cups all-purpose flour, plus extra
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1 pinch cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- One egg
- Basil/chives (for garnish)
- Fresh ground pepper (garnish)
- Salt
Ingredients for Sauce:
- Three-four tbsp. butter
- 1 splash olive oil
- 1 cup crushed walnuts
- 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Roquefort or Blue Cheese
Instructions for the gnocchi:

![]() |
Rolled gnocchi snakes... cut em, and... |

For the sauce: in a pan, heat up the butter with a splash of olive oil. Once bubbling, add in the walnuts. Stir. Reduce heat to low.
In a small pot, heat up the vinegar over high heat for about five minutes, until it reduces to a syrup-like consistency. Set aside, allowing to cool.
Add the gnocchi to the walnuts, stirring and coating them with the butter/olive oil/walnuts for about one minute. Place the beet gnocchis/walnuts on individual plates/bowls...crumble the cheese over them...and drizzle with the balsamic reduction. Garnish with basil or chives, fresh ground pepper, and serve. (Add some more parmesan, if desired). This dish is nice with a salad and a fresh baguette.
Note: the gnocchi can be prepared in advance and will keep frozen. So get thee a beet gnocchi making!
Save This Recipe to Yummly!Yum
Bon Appétit, Baby!
Sharing is Caring! Use the Social Media Buttons Below, please and merci!