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Potato Gnocchi with Marinara and Basil

Soft and pillowy Italian dumplings made with potatoes and flour, served with a simple tomato sauce.

35 minutes4 servings
Potato Gnocchi with Marinara and Basil
Photo: Andrew Malone · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Boil potatoes until tender, mash them, and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, salt, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough briefly, then roll into long ropes and cut into small pieces.
  4. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add gnocchi, and cook until they float to the surface.
  5. Drain and toss with marinara sauce, Parmesan, and fresh basil.

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