Gnocchi from Scratch with Thyme Butter

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Looking to impress your dinner guests with a homemade pasta dish? Look no further than this delicious Gnocchi from scratch with thyme butter recipe. This recipe takes you through the process of making pillowy soft gnocchi from scratch, paired perfectly with a fragrant thyme-infused butter sauce. The combination of the tender gnocchi and the savory herb butter creates a mouthwatering dish that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create a restaurant-quality meal right at home.

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Gnocchi from scratch with thyme butter recipe details

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A simple preparation for homemade gnocchi–Italian potato dumplings.
Ready in: 50 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 5

• 1 1/2 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and cut in fourths
• 1 cup flour
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 quarts water
• 1/2 cup butter, chopped
• 4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

Preparation method

Prep: 45 mins | Cook: 5 mins

1. Cover potatoes with cold water in a large pot. Set over medium-high heat. When water boils, turn heat down to low and put a lid on the pot. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Pour off water. Let potatoes dry a bit, then mash in a mixing bowl.
2. Add flour, egg, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Stir well. Sprinkle flour on a work surface, then transfer gnocchi dough to the surface.
3. Roll gnocchi dough out into a 3/4-inch thick rope. Cut into 3/4-inch pieces with kitchen scissors or a sharp knife.
4. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add some of the gnocchi and cook for about 1 minute, until they rise to the surface of the water; transfer to a bowl with a spoon, then repeat with remaining gnocchi.
5. Melt butter in a small skillet over low heat. Cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes to brown. Stir in the thyme. Toss with gnocchi and serve.