Italian Spinach Gnocchi

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the chopped spinach, ricotta, half the parmesan.
2. 2
   egg, salt, pepper& nutmeg.
3. 3
   Mix well.
4. 4
   Form the mixture into bantam hen size egg shapes, use a spoon and the palm of your hand to mold them.
5. 5
   Roll lightly in the flour.
6. 6
   Meanwhile get a large pan of lightly salted water to a boil.
7. 7
   Drop in the gnocchi 3 or 4 at a time.
8. 8
   simmer gently and when they rise to the top (1-2 min).
9. 9
   remove and place in a well buttered oven proof dish.
10. 10
    When all are cooked melt butter and pour over the gnocchi.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with the remaining parmesan cheese.
12. 12
    Broil for a few minutes until cheese is golden.
13. 13
    Serve.