
Pillowy, golden-edged, and deeply satisfying, these homemade potato gnocchi are the kind of comfort food that feels like a special occasion even on a Tuesday night. Every ingredient here is naturally free from red meat, so there's no substituting or second-guessing — just a clean, straightforward cook from start to finish. The real secret is baking the russet potatoes instead of boiling them, which drives out excess moisture and gives you that light, tender texture that store-bought gnocchi rarely achieves. Rice flour stands in for all-purpose here, keeping the dough delicate while also making it a great option for those navigating multiple dietary concerns at once. A quick pan-finish in garlic-infused oil and butter creates irresistible crispy undersides that turn simple dumplings into something genuinely craveable. Finish with a shower of Parmesan and fresh scallion tops and you've got a dish that looks and tastes like it came out of a trattoria kitchen. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to make on repeat.
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Prince Edward Island Potato Country Yellow Gold Pommes De Terre
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Pierce each potato several times with a fork, place directly on the oven rack, and bake for 50–60 minutes, until a skewer slides through the center with no resistance. (Baking rather than boiling keeps the potatoes dry, which is essential for light gnocchi.)
While the potatoes are still hot, halve them and scoop the flesh into a potato ricer or press through the large holes of a box grater onto a clean, lightly rice-flour-dusted work surface. Spread the riced potato out and let it steam for 3–4 minutes until no visible steam rises — the drier the potato, the less flour you'll need.
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