Great Gnocchi!

Directions

1. 1
   Peel, quarter and rinse potatoes.
2. 2
   Put in a large saucepan with enough water to cover.
3. 3
   Boil 25 minutes or until soft enough to mash.
4. 4
   Drain off liquid and mash with a potato ricer.
5. 5
   Keep potatos in the saucepan and add flour.
6. 6
   Beat egg, salt and garlic powder, add to potato and flour mixture.
7. 7
   Beat well.
8. 8
   Turn dough onto floured surface and knead about 10-12 times.
9. 9
   Divide dough into quarters.
10. 10
    Roll each quarter into ropes, cut into 3/4 inch pieces and roll each piece with a floured fork.
11. 11
    Pieces should resemble little tubes with indentions of the tines.
12. 12
    They look really professional when boiled.
13. 13
    In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
14. 14
    Add gnocchi pieces in small batches.
15. 15
    When they're done, they will float to the top.
16. 16
    Remove with a slotted spoon.
17. 17
    Add butter to gnocchi.
18. 18
    If desired, add parmesan cheese to the gnocchi.