Quick Gnocchi by Sandy Metzler

1. 1

   Place potato flakes in a medium-size bowl.

2. 2

   Pour in boiling water; stir until blended.

3. 3

   Let cool.

4. 4

   Beat egg and stir in salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Blend in enough flour to make fairly stiff dough.

6. 6

   Turn dough out on a well floured board.

7. 7

   Knead lightly.

8. 8

   Divide dough in half (I do fourths for easier working).

9. 9

   Shape each half into a long thin roll, the thickness of a breadstick.

10. 10

    With a knife dipped in flour, cut into bite size pieces.

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    For a more authentic shape, roll against a fork tine and pinch a bit.

12. 12

    Place a few gnocchi in boiling water.

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    As the gnocchi rise to the top of the pot, remove them with a slotted spoon.

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    Repeat until all are cooked.

15. 15

    Top with tomato sauce.

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    These can be made ahead and frozen.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.