These homemade potato gnocchi are the epitome of comfort food, offering a tender, pillowy texture that melts in your mouth. Made from starchy boiling potatoes, fresh egg yolks, and just enough flour to bind them together, they achieve that perfect balance of lightness and richness. A touch of freshly grated nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic depth that defines classic Italian home cooking. While traditionally boiled and tossed with butter or sauce, these gnocchi are incredibly versatile. They serve beautifully as a main course with a simple brown butter sage sauce or a light tomato ragù, making them an elegant yet approachable option for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings.
Potato Gnocchi 3
Description
These homemade potato gnocchi are the epitome of comfort food, offering a tender, pillowy texture that melts in your mouth. Made from starchy boiling potatoes, fresh egg yolks, and just enough flour to bind them together, they achieve that perfect balance of lightness and richness. A touch of freshly grated nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic depth that defines classic Italian home cooking. While traditionally boiled and tossed with butter or sauce, these gnocchi are incredibly versatile. They serve beautifully as a main course with a simple brown butter sage sauce or a light tomato rag&# 195;¹, making them an elegant yet approachable option for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel and boil the potatoes until they are fork-tender, then drain thoroughly and mash them while still hot to remove excess moisture.
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Spread the mashed potatoes on a baking sheet to cool slightly, ensuring they are not steaming hot before mixing.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes, egg yolks, nutmeg, and salt.
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Gradually add the flour, mixing gently with a spatula or your hands until a soft, cohesive dough forms; avoid overworking the dough to keep the gnocchi light.
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Divide the dough into manageable portions and roll each portion into long ropes about 1/2 inch thick.
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Cut the ropes into 1-inch pieces and gently roll each piece over the tines of a fork to create ridges, placing them on a floured tray.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
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Cook the gnocchi in batches, adding them to the water; they are done when they float to the surface after about 2-3 minutes.
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Remove the cooked gnocchi with a slotted spoon and transfer directly to your chosen sauce or pan.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 681.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.2g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4916.2mg205%
- Total Carbohydrate 148.3g50%
- Dietary Fiber 16.0g64%
- Sugars 5.5g
- Protein 17.9g36%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
