Name: Traditional Venetian Gnocchi with Wild Mushrooms
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Venetian
Ingredients: 500g all-purpose flour; 2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed; 1 egg; 1/2 tsp salt; 200g mixed wild mushrooms (porcini, morels, chanterelles); 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 100g cherry tomatoes, halved; 50g fresh thyme; 50g olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

A comforting Venetian recipe featuring homemade gnocchi with a savory wild mushroom and vegetable sauce.

Method

In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, egg, and salt. Mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes, then let rest for 10 minutes.
Roll the dough into 1-inch pieces and press each with a fork to create ridges. Place on a floured tray.
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add mixed wild mushrooms and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and tomatoes soften.
Stir in fresh thyme and season with salt and pepper. Toss the cooked gnocchi into the skillet and mix well to coat in the sauce.
Serve immediately, optionally with a sprinkle of Parmigiano-Reggiano.