Gnocchi With Tomato Sauce
Light and pillowy homemade gnocchi made with fluffy mashed potatoes, eggs, and seasoned with nutmeg and white pepper. These delicate Italian dumplings are cooked until tender, then tossed in a luscious tomato sauce for a comforting and satisfying meal. A delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or for impressing guests at a dinner party. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the homemade goodness of fresh gnocchi!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, about 2 1⁄4 lb. total
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1⁄2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
- 1⁄4 tsp. freshly ground white pepper
- 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed
- Fresh tomato sauce for serving (see related
- recipe at right)
Instructions
- Put the potatoes and 1 cup water in a pressure cooker. Cover and cook on high for 5 minutes. Peel the potatoes while still hot. Pass the potato flesh through a ricer set over a large bowl.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot over high heat, bring 6 quarts salted water to a boil. Line a baking sheet with a lightly floured kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Mound the potatoes on a lightly floured work surface and make a well in the center. Pour the eggs into the well. Season the potatoes with salt, nutmeg and white pepper. Sprinkle 1 cup of the flour over the potatoes. Using a fork, gradually blend the eggs with the potato mixture. Using your hands, mix the dough, adding more flour as needed to form a firm but moist dough; do not overwork. The mixing process should take no more than 5 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 3⁄4 inch thick, flouring the work surface as needed so the dough is not too sticky. Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces and gently roll each piece on a gnocchi ridger. Place the gnocchi on the prepared baking sheet.
- Meanwhile, in a large sauté pan over medium heat, warm the tomato sauce.
- Working in batches, cook the gnocchi in the boiling water for 5 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the gnocchi to the pan with the sauce and toss to combine. Serve immediately. Serves 6.
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