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Allow the cooked potatoes to cool slightly, then carefully peel while holding potato with a kitchen mitt.
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While still hot, puree potatoes through a ricer or food mill into a large mixing bowl and allow to cool completely before proceeding.
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Add the cheese, egg, salt and pepper and mix well.
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Gradually add in enough flour to form a smooth, slightly sticky dough.
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Briefly knead the dough to incorporate the flour, being careful not to overwork.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
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Cut the dough into 6 equal pieces and place 1 piece on a lightly floured work surface.
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Roll piece into a long rope, about 1/2-inch in diameter, flouring lightly if needed.
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Slice the rope into pieces 1/2-inch wide.
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Roll each piece briefly to form small balls.
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Holding one piece at a time, roll the tines of a fork against the dough until slight indentations are formed.
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Repeat with each piece of dough, setting formed gnocchi on a floured kitchen towel or baking sheet.
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Immediately add the gnocchi to the boiling water and continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes once they have risen to the top.
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Remove the cooked gnocchi with a slotted spoon or skimmer and serve immediately with Garlic Cream Sauce and Balsamic Glazed Pearl Onions.
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In a saucepan combine roasted garlic and heavy cream and bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until liquid has reduced by half, about 20 minutes.
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In a blender, puree sauce (Use caution if hot!
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), and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toss gnocchi with sauce and garnish with BALSAMIC GLAZED PEARL ONIONS.
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In a skillet over medium-high heat saute onions in butter until golden brown on all sides, turning onions frequently for even coloring.
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Season with salt and pepper and add balsamic vinegar, stock, sugar and thyme sprigs and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until liquid has evaporated to a syrupy consistency and onions are cooked through, about 15 to 20 minutes.
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Note: If liquid has reduced and onions are not cooked through, add a little bit of water and continue to cook until done, scraping sides and bottom of pan to prevent burning.
