These are truly the BEST gnocchi's ever. Every birthday we get to choose what we want for dinner and every year my mom would make these for me. They are very time consuming, but well worth the long prep time. Make them on a weekend and freeze them for later use. (Cook time includes the time it takes for the water to boil)
Provided by Trixyinaz
Categories Potato
Time 6h15m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- IN LARGE KETTLE, bring the water and oil to a boil.
- Remove from burner and add the 2 boxes of instant potatoes (make it like you are making mashed potatoes).
- Let it cool for about 4 hours.
- In a large bowl combine the flour and grated cheese (mix well).
- Add the slightly beaten egg yolks and cold mashed potato mixture.
- Mix and knead and knead and knead& then knead some more (It will seem like it will never come together, but do not add anything else- just keep kneadin until it becomes nice and smooth) When nice and smooth, cut the dough into sections (don't make the pieces too big or too small) Roll out each piece into a rope (about 1" thick) (do not use any flour when you are making the ropes).
- Cut the rope into 1" pieces or smaller.
- Sprinkle flour over the little pieces.
- Using a cheese grater that has been floured real good, roll each 1" inch piece with your finger to form your gnocchi.
- (HINT: USE THE SMALL HOLE SIDE AND ROLL LIGHTLY WITH FINGER TO GET THE SHAPE. IF YOU PRESS DOWN TOO HARD, YOU WILL END UP POKING A HOLE THROUGH THE DOUGH. IF THAT HAPPENS, MUSH THE PIECE BACK TOGETHER AND ROLL AGAIN).
- They will sorta look like a crocheted hat without a rim when you are done rolling them.
- Flour your cookie trays and only put one layer of gnocchi's per tray.
- You can freeze them at this point and when they are frozen, throw them all into a plastic bag and keep in the freezer until ready to use.
- When ready to cook them, place them in boiling water.
- When they float to the top of the pan, they are done.
- Drain and put in big pasta bowl.
- Pour your sauce (tomato or pesto) over the top and mix and serve.
- This recipe will serve about 10 to 12 people.
- You might want to cut it in half.
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Junaid Basson
[email protected]I'm going to have to practice making gnocchi a few more times before I get it right.
Jerry gujjar
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my gnocchi didn't turn out very well.
Jamil Gujjar
[email protected]These gnocchi were just okay.
Rehab jutt g Jutt g
[email protected]I think I might try a different recipe next time.
Brenda Amunrud
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too oily for my taste.
Md Shaadi
[email protected]These gnocchi were a bit too soft for my taste.
Bisma Ateeq
[email protected]I'm definitely going to try this recipe again.
Ajaykumar Mandal
[email protected]These gnocchi were so easy to make!
Bibisha Aryal
[email protected]I can't wait to make these gnocchi again!
Naira Alaa
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper!
Hammad Ashraf
[email protected]The sauce was amazing!
Armani Bowser
[email protected]I loved the texture of these gnocchi!
LuCkYy giRrllL Luckk
[email protected]These gnocchi were a bit too dense for my taste.
Yarely Osornio
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my gnocchi turned out too sticky.
Khalid m.khalid
[email protected]These gnocchi were a bit bland, but they had a nice texture.
Adnan Rao
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the gnocchi themselves were very good.
Yodahe Ameha
[email protected]These gnocchi were a bit denser than I expected, but they were still very good. I think I might try using a different type of potato next time.
majid sanghroo
[email protected]This was my first time making gnocchi and it was surprisingly easy! The recipe was clear and concise, and I had no trouble following it. The gnocchi turned out perfectly and were a great addition to my soup.
Young Moses
[email protected]I've made gnocchi a few times before, but this recipe was by far the best. The dough came together easily and didn't stick to my hands. The gnocchi cooked evenly and didn't fall apart. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and they were a hit!
Berandra Air
[email protected]These gnocchi were absolutely delicious! They were light and fluffy, with a perfect chewiness. The sauce was also very flavorful and complemented the gnocchi perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.