Canederli with Speck Recipe

Name: Canederli with Speck
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb. day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1-1/4 cup milk; 4 oz. pancetta, finely chopped; 2 oz. liver salami, cut into sm. cubes; 1/2 cup flour; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 eggs; 4 oz. butter; 2 oz. speck, cut into 1/8-inch julienne; 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese

Servings: persons

3/4 lb. day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1-1/4 cup milk
4 oz. pancetta, finely chopped
2 oz. liver salami, cut into sm. cubes
1/2 cup flour
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs
4 oz. butter
2 oz. speck, cut into 1/8-inch julienne
1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese

1
Place bread in mixing bowl and douse with milk, mixing well, and let stand 5 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, place pancetta into a 12- to 14-inch saute pan and place over medium heat.
3
Cook until fat is melting, approximately 5 minutes, and add bread and milk mixture, liver salami, flour, nutmeg, pepper and salt and stir to mix well, approximately 1 minute.
4
Remove and allow to cool, approximately 5 minutes.
5
Add eggs and mix well.
6
Form into 15 to 20 quarter-sized balls.
7
Bring 6 quarts water to boil and add 2 tbsp.
8
salt.
9
Place balls in water and cook 6 to 7 minutes, until tender.
10
Meanwhile, place butter and speck in a 12- to 14-inch saute pan and melt over medium heat.
11
Draw canederli well and toss into pan.
12
Add grated cheese and toss to coat.
13
Serve immediately.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb. day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1-1/4 cup milk, 4 oz. pancetta, finely chopped, 2 oz. liver salami, cut into sm. cubes, and more.

Yes, Canederli with Speck falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Canederli with Speck

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