Ingredients
1 cup mashed potato flakes1 cup boiling water1 eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 cups waterPasta sauce of your choiceGrated Parmesan cheese, optional
Preparation
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.
