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Delicious potato gnocchi served with sage butter sauce.

potato gnocchi

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Discover the joy of homemade potato gnocchi! This comforting dish is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Instructions Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Creamy texture, ideal for gnocchi.
  • 1 to 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Helps bind the dough.
Binding Agent
  • 1 large Egg For binding the dough.
  • a pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
Alternative Flours
  • Almond Flour or Gluten-Free Blend For gluten-free option.

Method
 

Prepare the Potatoes
  1. Begin by selecting fresh Yukon Gold potatoes, boil them in salted water until fork-tender (20-30 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
Mash the Potatoes
  1. Peel and mash the cooled potatoes until smooth, ensuring there are no lumps.
Make the Dough
  1. Combine mashed potatoes with flour, egg, and salt in a mixing bowl. Start with 1 cup of flour and add more as needed to form a dough.
Shape the Gnocchi
  1. Divide dough into portions, roll into ropes, cut into 1-inch pieces, and press with a fork to create ridges.
Cook the Gnocchi
  1. Boil salted water, drop in gnocchi in batches. They are ready when they float (2-3 minutes). Use a slotted spoon to remove.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Serve immediately with your favorite sauce and garnish as desired.

Notes