Gnocchi (Noun)
Meaning
(Italian) a small dumpling made of potato or flour or semolina that is boiled or baked and is usually served with a sauce or with grated cheese.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- She decided to try the gnocchi with tomato sauce for her main course at the Italian restaurant.
- Gnocchi are a classic Italian dish often paired with simple yet flavorful sauces to enhance their taste.
- In Italy, it's common to find homemade gnocchi on the menus of family-owned restaurants and trattorias.
- He carefully followed the recipe to make potato gnocchi from scratch for his Italian-themed dinner party.
- The chef's special of the evening was a plate of pan-seared gnocchi topped with a rich and creamy mushroom sauce.