Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

potatoes

peeled and sliced

2.5 cup

whole wheat flour

0.13 cup

margarine

16 ounce

pasta sauce

1 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

black pepper

Step 1
~4 min

Peel, slice, boil, and drain the potatoes thoroughly.

Step 2
~4 min

Mash the potatoes with margarine until smooth.

Step 3
~4 min

Gradually knead the whole wheat flour into the mashed potatoes.

Step 4
~4 min

Incorporate garlic powder and black pepper into the dough while kneading.

Key Technique: Kneading
Step 5
~4 min

Simmer pasta sauce in a separate saucepan.

Step 6
~4 min

Bring a pot of water to a rapid boil.

Step 7
~4 min

Roll the dough into small balls, about 1/2 to 1 inch in diameter.

Step 8
~4 min

Press each dough ball with a fork to create ridges.

Step 9
~4 min

Carefully drop the gnocchi into the boiling water.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 10
~4 min

When the gnocchi float to the surface, remove them from the water.

Step 11
~4 min

Transfer the cooked gnocchi to the simmering pasta sauce.

Step 12
~4 min

Keep warm in the sauce as you cook the remaining gnocchi.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve the gnocchi with pasta sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overwork the dough; it can become tough.

Make sure the potatoes are very dry after boiling to prevent sticky gnocchi.

Use a potato ricer for smoother mashed potatoes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Gnocchi dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (garlic, tomato)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Pair with roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Gnocchi is a traditional Italian pasta dish, often associated with family meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal
Comfort food craving

Popularity Score

75/100

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