Fresh Gnocchi Recipe
House-made favorite, served with a choice of sauce.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
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Making the Dough
Peel the potatoes and pass them through a potato ricer or mash them until smooth. In a large bowl, combine the potato puree, flour, egg, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
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Forming the Gnocchi
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth. Divide the dough into four pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope about 1/2 inch thick. Cut the rope into 1-inch pieces.
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Shaping the Gnocchi
To shape the gnocchi, you can use the tines of a fork to create ridges on one side. Alternatively, you can use a gnocchi board.
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Cooking the Gnocchi
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi in batches and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.
