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Gnocchi Hearts in Creamy Pink Sauce
Instructions
1
Boil potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash until smooth. Season with salt and set aside.
2
On a floured surface, add 2 cups flour and 2 cups mashed potatoes. Make a well in the center, crack in 2 eggs, season with salt, and whisk the eggs.
3
Slowly incorporate flour and potatoes into the eggs until a dough forms. Knead until smooth and let rest for 10 minutes.
4
Roll out half the dough and cut into shapes using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter. Repeat with remaining dough.
5
Boil gnocchi in salted water for 5–6 minutes or until al dente. Drain and reserve pasta water.
6
In a pan, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and cook until darkened.
7
Whisk in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan, cooked gnocchi, and a splash of pasta water.
8
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley. Stir until sauce is creamy and gnocchi is fully coated.
9
Serve topped with extra Parmesan and parsley.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Potato Selection is Critical 🥔Use starchy potatoes like Russets rather than waxy varieties—they create lighter, fluffier gnocchi with better texture and less need for excessive flour.
- Bloom Your Tomato Paste 🍅Toast the tomato paste in butter and garlic for 1-2 minutes before adding cream to deepen its flavor and eliminate any metallic taste.
- Master the Pasta Water Ratio 💧Reserve starchy pasta water and add it gradually to your sauce—it's the secret to achieving silky consistency without making the sauce too thick or breaking the cream.
- Shape Gnocchi with a Fork 🍴Use a fork to create shallow ridges on each gnocchi heart—these grooves help the sauce cling better and cook more evenly throughout.
- Finish with Cold Butter 🧈Remove the sauce from heat and whisk in a knob of cold butter at the end for an extra luxurious, glossy finish that elevates the entire dish.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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