Basic Potato Dumplings Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Puncture potatoes in several places with a fork.
2. 2
   Bake 1 hour in a 350F oven or possibly till tender.
3. 3
   Remove and throw away skins.
4. 4
   Mash potatoes through a ricer or possibly food mill into a large bowl, and let cold a little.
5. 5
   Add in egg yolk, salt, and 2 c. flour.
6. 6
   Mix well.
7. 7
   Knead dough on work surface or possibly board into a ball.
8. 8
   It should be soft and a little sticky.
9. 9
   If it's too sticky, add in a little flour.
10. 10
    Lightly flour surface and hands.
11. 11
    Break dough into egg-size pcs.
12. 12
    Roll till thickness of thumb.
13. 13
    Cut roll into 1-inch pcs.
14. 14
    Push each Gnocchi against the back of a fork to imprint a pattern.
15. 15
    This helps them absorb more sauce (and makes them a little prettier).
16. 16
    Arrange them on a floured tray.
17. 17
    Fill a large saucepan 2/3 full with salted water.
18. 18
    Bring to a boil.
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    Add in oil and dumplings.
20. 20
    Stir, to make sure they do not stick t bottom.
21. 21
    When they come to surface, let them cook 10-12 seconds more.
22. 22
    Remove with a slotted spoon as they are done.
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    They get soggy if overcooked (they absorb more moisture than regular pasta).
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    Serve with butter and Parmesan cheese or possibly your favorite sauce.