Homemade Gnocchi in Five Steps

1. 1

   Steam potatoes until tender, about 30 minutes.

2. 2

   While still hot, peel potatoes, place in bowl, and mash.

3. 3

   Mix in egg and salt, and turn mixture onto floured board.

4. 4

   Put a pot of salted water (about 6 quarts) to boil.

5. 5

   Knead the dough for roughly 10 minutes, adding flour as necessary , until the mixture forms a firm, smooth dough.

6. 6

   To form the dumplings, flour palms and board again.

7. 7

   Break off small pieces or dough and roll each into thin, cigar shapes with your palms.

8. 8

   With a paring knife, cut each cylinder into inch-long pieces.

9. 9

   Then gently press each piece on the times of a fork - for those characteristic ridges - pressing each in the center with your thumb.

10. 10

    Set shaped gnocci on floured napkins; this helps to absorb moisture from the potatoes.

11. 11

    Drop the gnocci, several at a time, into boiling water and cook for about 3 minutes, or until they rise to the surface.

12. 12

    Remove cooked gnocci with a slotted spoon, drain well; place on a platter and cover to keep warm while cooking the remaining dumplings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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