Gnocchi Pasta Recipes-Choose from 5 versions

[ Gnocchi ]

Gnocchi is a type of pasta that is traditionally made with potatoes, flour, and eggs. It is a popular Italian dish that has been enjoyed for centuries, and there are many variations of the recipe that can be found throughout Italy and around the world.

The word gnocchi comes from the Italian word "nocca," which means knuckle or joint. This refers to the shape of the pasta, which is typically small and oval-shaped with ridges on one side that are created by pressing the dough against a fork or gnocchi board.

While traditional gnocchi is made with potatoes, there are many variations that use different ingredients such as spinach, pumpkin, or ricotta cheese. These variations offer a unique twist on the classic dish and allow for even more variety and experimentation in the kitchen.

 

 

 

[1] Gordon Ramsay's Gnocchi Recipe

- Ingredients

• 1kg potatoes
• 250g plain flour
• 2 egg yolks
• Salt and pepper

- Directions

1. Boil the potatoes with their skins on until tender. Peel them while still hot.
2. Pass the potatoes through a potato ricer and onto a clean work surface.
3. Add the flour, egg yolks, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until you have a soft, pliable dough.
4. Divide the dough into four portions and roll each one into a long, thin sausage shape.
5. Cut the sausage shapes into bite-sized pieces.
6. Roll each piece over the back of a fork to create grooves and indentations.
7. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and add the gnocchi.
8. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the gnocchi rises to the surface.
9. Drain the gnocchi and serve immediately with your choice of sauce.

 

[2] Jamie Oliver's Gnocchi Recipe

- Ingredients

• 1kg potatoes
• 250g plain flour
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper

- Directions

1. Boil the potatoes with their skins on until tender. Drain and allow to cool.
2. Peel the potatoes and pass them through a potato ricer or mash until smooth.
3. Add the flour, egg, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until you have a soft, pliable dough.
4. Divide the dough into four portions and roll each one into a long, thin sausage shape.
5. Cut the sausage shapes into bite-sized pieces.
6. Roll each piece over the back of a fork to create grooves and indentations.
7. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and add the gnocchi.
8. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the gnocchi rises to the surface.
9. Drain the gnocchi and serve immediately with your choice of sauce.

 

[3] Mario Batali's Gnocchi Recipe

- Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt

- Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Pierce the potatoes with a fork and bake for 45-60 minutes, until they are tender.
3. Allow the potatoes to cool, then peel and mash them.
4. Add the flour, egg, and salt to the mashed potatoes and knead until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into four portions and roll each portion into a long, thin sausage shape.
6. Cut the sausage shapes into bite-sized pieces.
7. Roll each piece over the back of a fork to create grooves and indentations.
8. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the gnocchi.
9. Cook the gnocchi for 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface of the water.
10. Drain the gnocchi and serve with your choice of sauce.

 

[4] Lidia Bastianich's Gnocchi Recipe

- Ingredients

• 2 pounds baking potatoes
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon salt

- Directions

1. Boil the potatoes until they are tender, then peel and mash them.
2. Add the flour, egg yolk, and salt to the mashed potatoes and knead until a dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into four portions and roll each portion into a long, thin sausage shape.
4. Cut the sausage shapes into bite-sized pieces.
5. Roll each piece over the back of a fork to create grooves and indentations.
6. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the gnocchi.
7. Cook the gnocchi for 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface of the water.
8. Drain the gnocchi and serve with your choice of sauce.

 

[5] Giada De Laurentiis's Gnocchi Recipe

- Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon salt

- Directions

1. Pierce the potatoes with a fork and microwave on high for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender.
2. Allow the potatoes to cool, then peel and mash them.
3. Add the flour, Parmesan cheese, egg yolk, and salt to the mashed potatoes and knead until a dough forms.
4. Divide the dough into four portions and roll each portion into a long, thin sausage shape.
5. Cut the sausage shapes into bite-sized pieces.
6. Roll each piece over the back of a fork to create grooves and indentations.
7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the gnocchi.
8. Cook the gnocchi for 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface of the water.
9. Drain the gnocchi and serve with your choice of sauce.