GNOCCHI

VIDEO LINK:  Gnocchi

Yields: 3-4 Servings

Prep time: 45 minutes      

Cook time: 3-5 minutes

Ingredients:

* 3 yellow potatoes

* 2 cups of 00 flour

* 1 egg

* 1 tsp. of salt

Instructions: 

1. Cook Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and boil them in salted water (add 1 teaspoon salt to the water) for approximately 20 minutes, or until tender. 

2. Mash Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes and press them through a ricer. Allow the mashed potatoes to cool slightly. 

3. Combine Ingredients: On a lightly floured surface, combine the mashed potatoes, egg, and flour. 

4. Knead and Rest: Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes. 

5. Roll and Cut: Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece out into a long, thin rope, approximately 10 inches in length. 

6. Shape Gnocchi: Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces. Use a gnocchi board or the back of a fork to create the characteristic ridges on each piece. 

7. Cook Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook for about 4 minutes, or until they float to the surface. 

8. Serve: Drain the gnocchi and toss with our family tomato sauce. Serve immediately.