Instant Potato Gnocchi

By smolson

Ingredients

• 1 cup mashed potato flakes
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 6 cups water
• Pasta sauce of your choice
• Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Place potato flakes in a large bowl. Stir in boiling water; add egg. Stir in flour and seasonings. On a lightly floured surface, knead 10-12 times, forming a soft dough.
Divide dough into four portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into 1/2-in.-thick ropes; cut into 3/4-in. pieces. Press and roll each piece with a lightly floured fork.
In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in batches for 30-60 seconds or until they float. Remove with a slotted spoon. Serve with sauce; sprinkle with cheese if desired.