Roasted Porcini Gnocchi with Sauteed Mushrooms

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   To make the gnocchi:

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   Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).

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   Place the potatoes on a large baking sheet and bake until tender for 1 to 2 hours depending on the size of the potatoes.

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   Let cool for 3 to 5 minutes, peel the potatoes.

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   Leave the oven on.

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   Add the flesh into a bowl, mash them or go through a ricer to mash the potatoes.

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   Stir in the parmesan cheese, finely chopped porcini mushrooms, flour, salt and black pepper to taste until well blended.

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   Stir in the egg until the mixture is just incorporated.

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   Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for a few times.

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    Cut the dough into the half.

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    Roll each half into a 25-inch long rope, cut into 2-inch pieces and place onto a large baking sheet coated with cookings spray.

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    Bake the gnocchi for 20 to 25 minutes or until they are browned on both top and bottom.

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    Remove from the oven and set aside.

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    To saute the mushrooms:

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    Heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet until hot.

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    Add the garlic, onion and thyme, stirring often, and cook for about 2 minutes until the onions are soft.

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    Stir in the mushrooms until most of the liquid has been evaporated and the mushrooms become brown.

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    Stir in the roasted gnocchi and the balsamic vinegar until most of the vinegar evaporates ad gnocchi is warmed up.

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    Remove from the heat, divide among the plates and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

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    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.