Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is a classic dish from Campania, featuring potato gnocchi baked in a rich Mutti Polpa tomato sauce with melted mozzarella and Parmesan. This simple, flavorful recipe highlights the essence of Italian traditional food.
4 people
1
Slice the mozzarella and place it in a colander to drain excess water.
2
In a large pan, sauté a clove of garlic in the oil. As soon as it starts to turn golden, remove it and add the Mutti tomato pulp.
3
Season with salt and pepper, add the basil leaves, and cover with a lid. Continue cooking for 10 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi in plenty of salted boiling water. As soon as they rise to the surface, scoop them out with a slotted spoon and transfer them to the pan with the tomato sauce.
5
Gently mix and season with two tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese.
6
Place half of the gnocchi at the bottom of a baking dish, cover with half of the mozzarella, then add the remaining gnocchi. Cover the surface with the rest of the mozzarella and finish with the remaining Parmesan.
7
Bake under the grill at 250°C (482°F) for 5-7 minutes.
The origins of Gnocchi alla Sorrentina date back to the 19th century in the popular cuisine of the Amalfi Coast. The recipe originates from Sorrento, a town that has always had a strong gastronomic tradition and has known how to enhance local products. Potato gnocchi, conceived after the arrival of potatoes from America, quickly became a staple food due to their simple and inexpensive preparation. The combination with tomato and mozzarella, typical products of the region, has made this recipe a perfect representation of the modest and tasty cuisine of Campania. A dish that serves as a perfect example of how simple ingredients can be transformed and enhanced by the art of traditional Italian cuisine.
The preparation of Gnocchi alla Sorrentina requires few ingredients and of high quality. The essential elements are potato gnocchi, mozzarella, Parmesan, and above all, tomato sauce. It is the tomato that makes the difference in this dish, enhancing the simplicity of the other ingredients and balancing the aromas. Ensure a rich, flavorful, and colorful sauce by relying on Mutti Polpa! The best tomatoes, carefully cultivated and transformed into a rustic sauce, will give the dish an authentic and inimitable taste.
