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Gnocchi Recipe

Classic Italian potato gnocchi, soft and pillowy, perfect with any sauce.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Russet potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 Egg lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions 

  1. 1. Boil the potatoes until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. 2. Pass the potatoes through a ricer into a large bowl.
  3. 3. Add the flour, egg, and salt to the potatoes. Mix until a dough forms.
  4. 4. Knead the dough briefly on a floured surface. Cut into four pieces.
  5. 5. Roll each piece into a long rope, about ½ inch thick. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
  6. 6. Press each piece lightly with a fork to create ridges.
  7. 7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi in batches until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. 8. Remove with a slotted spoon and serve with your favorite sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Gnocchi, Italian, Pasta
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