Classic Potato Gnocchi
Traditional dish · Italian
Soft, pillowy potato gnocchi, a quintessential Italian comfort food, typically served with a rich sauce.
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Ingredients
- Russet potatoes2 lbs
- All-purpose flour1.5 cups
- Large egg1
- Salt1 tsp
- Nutmeg1/4 tsp
- Butter4 tbsp
- Fresh sage leaves12
- Parmesan cheese1/2 cup
Steps
- 1
Boil potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them thoroughly.
- 2
Spread mashed potatoes on a clean surface to cool and dry slightly.
- 3
Create a well in the center of the mashed potatoes, add egg, salt, and nutmeg.
- 4
Gradually incorporate flour into the potato mixture, kneading gently until a soft dough forms.
- 5
Divide dough into portions, roll each into a rope, and cut into small pieces.
- 6
Optional: Roll each piece over a gnocchi board or fork for ridges.
- 7
Boil gnocchi in salted water until they float to the surface.
- 8
Melt butter in a pan with sage leaves until fragrant.
- 9
Drain gnocchi and toss them in the sage butter.
- 10
Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
