Gnocchi with Vodka Sauce

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   Heat oven to 400 degrees F.

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   Pierce potatoes in several places with sharp knife.

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   Bake 45 min.

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   to 1 hour or until tender.

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   Transfer to wire rack; let stand 15 to 20 min.

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   or until cool enough to handle.

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   Cut potatoes lengthwise in half.

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   Scoop out centres into medium bowl; discard skins.

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   Mash potatoes until smooth; spread into thin layer on lightly floured surface.

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    Add egg yolk; mix well.

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    Add flour, 1/2 cup at a time, kneading after each addition until blended.

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    (Dough will be slightly sticky.)

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    Divide into 4 pieces; cover.

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    Let stand 10 min.

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    Roll each portion into 3/4-inch-thick rope on lightly floured surface; cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick pieces.

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    Dip fork into flour; lightly press tines of fork over each piece to make ridges.

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    Cook pasta sauce in large skillet on medium-low heat 5 min.

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    or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

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    Meanwhile, cook gnocchi, in batches, in boiling water in large saucepan 2 to 3 min.

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    or until gnocchi float to top.

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    Use slotted spoon to transfer gnocchi to pasta sauce in skillet.

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    If sauce is too thick, stir in enough of the gnocchi cooking water until sauce is of desired consistency.

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    Sprinkle with cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.