EAT // Ricotta Gnocchi

Fresh made gnocchi would have to be one of my all time favourite meals and this ricotta gnocchi recipe is so simple and delicious - anyone can pull off Italian mama!

You'll need (serves 2 hungry gnocchi lovers):

• 250g ricotta cheese (drained)
• 1/2 cup plain flour sifted
• 1 egg lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup lightly grated parmesan cheese
• Additional plain flour for dusting

What you need to do:

1. In a medium sized bowl place all ingredients and mix until well combined
2. Lightly roll all ingredients into into ball-shaped dough, being careful not to overwork the dough
3. Place gnocchi dough onto a lightly dusted surface and separate into 4 even pieces
4. Roll each piece into long 'sausage' shape
5. Using a sharp knife, cut 2cm sized pieces and place on a plate dusted with plain flour
6. Place gnocchi into fridge for around 30 minutes

To cook:

1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil
2. Carefully drop the gnocchi, 1 at a time, into the water.
3. Once each gnocchi rises to the surface, remove with a slotted spoon and set aside
4. Add cooked gnocchi to your favourite sauces - I find nothing beats pan fried gnocchi in a burnt butter & sage sauce with sauteed mushrooms and goats cheese