Gnocchi Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 large potatoes

• 2 egg yolks

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Equipment

• Ricer or Grater

• Bench Scrapper

• Fork

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potatoes:

   • Wash the potatoes thoroughly.

   • Place them on a baking sheet poke potatoes with fork to allow steam to escape. Bake in oven at 400 degrees for an hour until soft.

   • Once cooked, slit potatoes open and allow steam to escape. Allow to cool.

   • Pass the potatoes through a potato ricer or mash them until smooth. Avoid leaving any lumps.

2. Make the Dough:

   • Spread the mashed potatoes on a clean work surface. Let them cool completely.

   • Once cooled, make a well in the center of the potatoes. Add the egg yolks and salt.

   • Gradually sift the flour over potatoes and eggs.

   • Using bench scrapper, gently mix and knead the ingredients together until a dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough, or the gnocchi will become tough. The dough should be soft but not sticky. Add a bit more flour if necessary.

3. Shape the Gnocchi:

   • Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.

   • On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a long rope about 1/2-inch in diameter.

   • Cut the rope into 1-inch pieces.

   • To shape the gnocchi, you can leave them as is, or you can roll each piece over the tines of a floured fork to create ridges, which helps the sauce adhere better.

4. Cook the Gnocchi:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

   • Add the gnocchi in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.

   • Cook the gnocchi until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Once they float, let them cook for another 30 seconds.

   • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked gnocchi to a serving dish.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the gnocchi immediately with your favorite sauce, such as marinara, pesto, or a simple butter and sage sauce.

Enjoy your homemade gnocchi!