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Patricia's Potato Gnocchi

Knock, knock...who's there? A delicious gnocchi dish that's waiting to be devoured! This scrumptious recipe exemplifies the true power of potatoes. Save room for seconds because you'll be coming back for more.
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Course Pasta, Pasta Dough
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 2847.18 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 potatoes
  • 2 tablespoon(s) butter
  • 2 cup(s) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup(s) canola oil

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Drop in potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain, cool slightly, and peel.
  • Mash potatoes with fork, masher or in ricer.
  • Place in large bowl and make a well in the center.
  • Put butter in well and allow to melt.
  • When mashed potatoes have cooled, knead in enough of the flour to make a soft dough.
  • Divide dough into fist-sized portions.
  • On a floured surface, roll each portion into a long rope.
  • Cut the ropes into one-inch pieces.
  • Roll each piece with a fork for a distinctive texture.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Drop in gnocchi and cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until they float to the top.
  • Drain.
  • Toss with 1/2 cup canola oil and store covered in refrigerator up to 48 hours until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 2847.18kcalCarbohydrates: 384.02gProtein: 48.24gFat: 132.04gSaturated Fat: 22.61gCholesterol: 61.06mgSodium: 182.62mgFiber: 24gSugar: 8.02g
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