spinach ravioli gnudi in balsamic mushroom sauce

How To Make spinach ravioli gnudi in balsamic mushroom sauce

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  To make the gnudi: Drain the ricotta in a fine sieve for at least two hours.
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  Cook spinach until wilted, allow to cool, squeeze until quite dry, and chop. For bagged spinach, follow directions on package. For bunch spinach, discard stems, wash thoroughly, and cook, covered, until wilted in the microwave or stovetop. Thoroughly thaw frozen spinach.
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  In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks, ricotta, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir in the spinach and cheese. Divide the flour and stir in two additions to mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
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  Make 16 to 20 floured gnudi. Scoop out 1/8th cup of the gnudi mixture and quickly roll into a ball. Drop the ball into a bowl of flour and roll to coat on all sides. Shake off excess flour. Place gnudi, spread out so they do not touch, on a parchment-lined or lightly oiled tray. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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  To prepare the sauce: In a medium large skillet, heat the olive oil until shimmering. Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper. Saute, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and shallot and continue to saute another two minutes or until mushrooms have reduced in size by half.
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  Add balsamic vinegar boil until thickened, about 3 minutes. Turn down heat and add cream. Stir until it forms a thick sauce. Remove from heat while gnudi cook.
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  To Serve: Fill a pan, large enough to cook the gnudi in a single layer without touching, with at least 3 inches of water. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Bring the water to a simmer. Gently place the gnudi in the water. Gently move each to make sure they do not stick to the bottom or each other. Simmer until they float.
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  Melt butter and olive oil in a large bowl. Using a slotted spoon or spider, gently place the cooked gnudi in the butter and oil. Roll until coated.
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  Stir 1/4 cup of the gnudi cooking water into the sauce to loosen it. Return to heat if needed to bring to serving temperature.
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  Spoon the mushrooms and sauce into individual bowls. Place buttered and oiled gnudi in the sauce. Serve.
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