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Gnocchi

Cultural Context

Gnocchi, originating from Italy, are soft dumplings traditionally made from potatoes and flour. They are a staple in Italian cuisine, often served with various sauces, showcasing the versatility of simple ingredients. In modern cooking, gnocchi have gained global popularity, with variations incorporating different ingredients like spinach or ricotta, appealing to diverse palates.

ItalianCZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs potatoes
2 cups flour
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a binding agent and vegan.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and flavorful.

1

Bake the potatoes at 375°F for about 1 hour after piercing them with a knife.

2

Peel the potatoes when cool enough to handle.

3

Rice the potatoes using a potato ricer or mash with a fork.

4

Add beaten egg to the riced potatoes and mix together with a fork or bench scraper.

5

Gradually add about 0.5 to 0.75 cups of flour per pound of potatoes until a soft, moist dough forms that is not sticky.

6

Divide the dough into 4 pieces and roll each into a log about 0.75 to 1 inch thick.

7

Cut the logs into pieces about 0.75 inches wide.

8

Use a fork to create ridges on each piece for sauce adherence.

9

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

10

Add the gnocchi and cook until they float, then let them cook for an additional 30 seconds.

11

Drain the gnocchi with a slotted spoon and transfer directly to the sauce.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potslotted spoonmixing bowlforkskillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluteneggdairy

Also Known As

Potato DumplingsItalian Gnocchi

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