Description
Gnocchi is a delightful Italian dish that brings comfort to any meal with its pillowy texture and rich flavor. This easy homemade gnocchi recipe combines starchy potatoes, flour, and a hint of egg for the perfect dumpling experience. Toss it with your favorite sauce, whether it’s marinara or pesto, for a satisfying dinner that will impress family and friends. Let’s embark on this culinary adventure together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for cooking)
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Wash the potatoes, place them whole in salted water, and boil for 30-40 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly before peeling.
- Prepare the Dough: Mash the warm potatoes until smooth. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes with flour, egg, and salt until just mixed.
- Shape the Gnocchi: Roll dough into ropes about ½ inch thick. Cut into 1-inch pieces and use a fork to create ridges.
- Cook the Gnocchi: Boil salted water and add gnocchi; cook until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Add Sauce & Serve: In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter with minced garlic. Toss in cooked gnocchi until coated and heated through. Top with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg