gnocchi recipe

Making homemade gnocchi:

Ingredients:

- 2 pounds (about 900 grams) of potatoes (preferably Russet)

- 1 1/2 to 2 cups (180 to 240 grams) of all-purpose flour

- 1 large egg

- Salt, to taste

Optional toppings/sauces:

- Marinara sauce

- Pesto sauce

- Brown butter and sage

- Alfredo sauce

- Gorgonzola cream sauce

Instructions:

1. Start by boiling the potatoes with their skins on. Cook them until they are fork-tender. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes.

2. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Once they are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins.

3. Use a potato ricer or a potato masher to mash the potatoes until they are smooth and free of lumps. You can also use a fork if you don't have a ricer or masher.

4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, egg, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.

5. Dust a clean work surface with flour. Take a handful of the dough and roll it into a long rope about 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick. Cut the rope into small pieces, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long.

6. If desired, you can create ridges on the gnocchi by rolling each piece against the tines of a fork or a gnocchi board. This helps the sauce cling to the gnocchi better.

7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the gnocchi into the boiling water, working in batches if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the pot. Cook the gnocchi until they rise to the surface, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes. Once they are floating, let them cook for an additional 30 seconds.

8. Using a slotted spoon or a spider strainer, carefully remove the cooked gnocchi from the pot and transfer them to a plate or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat the process with the remaining gnocchi.

9. At this point, you can serve the gnocchi as is or dress them with your choice of toppings or sauces. Some popular options include marinara sauce, pesto sauce, brown butter and sage, alfredo sauce, or gorgonzola cream sauce. Toss the cooked gnocchi in the sauce of your choice and serve immediately.

Enjoy your homemade gnocchi.