Gnocchi with Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe

Gnocchi with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Recipe by Angie Ketterman
Watch the video to see how to prepare this dish and ignite your passion for homemade Italian comfort food.

• Difficulty: Intermediate
• Serves: 6 portions
• Nutritional Info (per serving): Calories 439, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 70 g, Dietary Fiber 7 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 16 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 992 mg
• Total Time: 2 hrs 50 mins
• Preparation: 1 hr
• Resting Time: 15 mins
• Cooking: 1 hr 35 mins

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (about 4 medium ones)
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• Spicy Tomato Sauce (recipe below)
• A handful of fresh basil leaves (about 1/4 cup), for garnish

Spicy Tomato Sauce Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped into even pieces
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust for heat)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 (28-ounce) cans whole plum tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Bake potatoes until fork-tender, about 1 hour. Let cool slightly, then scoop out flesh and rice it smoothly for pillowy texture.
2. In a bowl, whisk egg, salt, and nutmeg. On a floured surface, mound riced potatoes, form a well, and gradually mix in egg from the edges to keep dough light.
3. Sprinkle in flour and 1/4 cup Parmesan, kneading gently into a soft, non-sticky dough. Avoid overworkingaim for fluffy gnocchi that melt in your mouth.
4. Flour surface lightly. Roll dough quarters into 1-inch logs, cut into thumb-sized pieces, and dust to prevent sticking. Repeat with remaining dough.
5. Shape gnocchi by rolling over fork tines with your thumb for perfect ridges. Boil in salted water until they floatyour cue they're ready to shine.
6. Scoop out gnocchi, toss immediately with warm Spicy Tomato Sauce, and finish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan for an irresistible plate.

Prepare the Spicy Tomato Sauce

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high. Saut onion until soft, 3 minutes; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
2. Stir in oregano, chili flakes, and tomato paste; cook 1 minute to bloom flavors.
3. Add red wine, stirring until mostly evaporated for rich depth.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Crush in plum tomatoes, boil, then simmer 20 minutes until thickened and vibrant.
5. Adjust with vinegar, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Blend smooth or keep chunkyyour choice. Serve hot over gnocchi to wow your guests.