Ñoquis

Savor the comforting embrace of homemade Ñoquis, tender potato dumplings tossed in rich tomato sauce and topped with Parmesan. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner that warms the heart and delights the palate.

• 1 kg potatoes
• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups tomato sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 50 g Parmesan cheese

Method

1. 1

   Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

2. 2

   Peel the potatoes and mash them until smooth. Allow the mashed potatoes to cool completely.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a soft dough forms.

4. 4

   On a floured surface, divide the dough into sections and roll each section into a long rope about 1 cm thick. Cut into 2 cm pieces to form the ñoquis.

5. 5

   Using a fork, gently press each piece to create a ridged effect (optional) for better sauce adherence.

6. 6

   In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the ñoquis in batches until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.

7. 7

   In a separate pan, heat olive oil and add the tomato sauce. Simmer for a few minutes until warmed through.

8. 8

   Serve the ñoquis topped with the tomato sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.