Old Fashioned Potato Gnocchi

Discover the timeless comfort of Old Fashioned Potato Gnocchi, a classic Italian pasta dish made with just four simple ingredients: russet potatoes, all-purpose flour, a single egg, and a pinch of salt. This recipe takes you back to the basics, showcasing the art of crafting light, pillowy dumplings from scratch. Each delicate gnocchi is hand-formed and optionally rolled over a fork to create sauce-catching ridges, making them perfect for pairing with anything from rich marinara to simple browned butter. With an hour of preparation and a quick boil until tender, these melt-in-your-mouth potato dumplings are a satisfying project for a Sunday dinner or a special occasion. Whether you’re indulging in tradition or discovering gnocchi-making for the first time, this recipe guides you through every step for perfect results every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 unit Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Wash the potatoes and place them, skin on, in a large pot. Cover with cold water, bring to a boil, and cook until they are fork-tender, about 20-30 minutes.

Step 2

Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool slightly until safe to handle. Peel off the skins while they are still warm.

Step 3

Pass the peeled potatoes through a potato ricer or mash them until smooth. Spread the mashed potatoes on a clean work surface and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Sprinkle 1 cup of the all-purpose flour over the mashed potatoes. Add the beaten egg and salt on top of the potatoes.

Step 5

Using your hands or a pastry scraper, gently work the dough together until it forms a soft, smooth ball. Add more flour, a tablespoon at a time, if the dough is too sticky, but avoid overworking it as this can make the gnocchi dense.

Step 6

Cut the dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each piece into a long rope about 3/4-inch thick. Use a knife or bench scraper to cut each rope into 1-inch pieces.

Step 7

If desired, gently roll each gnocchi over the back of a fork to create ridges. These ridges help the sauce cling better to the gnocchi.

Step 8

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the gnocchi into the boiling water in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked gnocchi to a serving dish. Toss with your desired sauce or melted butter and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1143.2 grams (1143.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1608

Total Fat 6.50g	8%
Saturated Fat 1.80g	9%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 2560mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 337.00g	123%
Dietary Fiber 20.60g	74%
Total Sugars 11.20g
Protein 51.10g	102%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 189mg	15%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 5343mg	114%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.6%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 83.7%