Homemade Golden Potato Gnocchi with Parmesan Cheese

This homemade golden potato gnocchi recipe is a delightful Italian dish that is easy to make and bursting with flavor. The gnocchi is made from scratch using golden potatoes, flour, and eggs, and then cooked until tender and fluffy. Topped with a rich and creamy Parmesan cheese sauce, this dish is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish alongside your favorite protein. This recipe takes around 60 minutes to prepare and cook, and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds golden potatoes
• 2 large eggs
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Start by boiling the golden potatoes in a large pot of salted water until they are fork-tender. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Once they are cool enough to handle, peel the skins off and mash the potatoes using a potato ricer or a fork.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, and salt. Mix well until a dough forms.
4. Divide the dough into smaller sections. Take one section at a time and roll it out into a long rope about 1/2 inch thick.
5. Cut the rope into small pieces, about 3/4 inch long. You can leave them as they are, or use a fork to create ridges on each piece.
6. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully drop the gnocchi into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
7. While the gnocchi is cooking, prepare the Parmesan cheese sauce. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Once the gnocchi is cooked, remove them from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a serving dish.
9. Pour the Parmesan cheese sauce over the gnocchi and gently toss to coat them evenly.
10. Serve the golden potato gnocchi hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
11. Enjoy this delicious homemade golden potato gnocchi as a main course or a side dish.

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