These whole wheat pumpkin gnocchi are a delightful twist on a classic. Lightly sautéed for crisp edges, they’re perfect with a little salt, pepper, or a creamy sauce.
1½ to 2cups180 to 240 g whole wheat pastry flour, plus more for dusting
1cup122 g solid-pack pure pumpkin purée
Pinchnutmeg
2tablespoons30 g extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepperto taste
1pound455 g red potatoes
Instructies
Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks.
Boil until fork-tender, then drain and return to a mixing bowl.
Add olive oil and pumpkin purée, then mash the potatoes until smooth.
Let cool completely.
Stir in flour, sage, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Knead until a soft dough forms.
Adjust flour as needed.
Divide dough into 6 pieces and roll each into an 8-inch rope.
Cut each rope into 12 equal pieces.
Optionally, freeze the gnocchi by placing them on a baking sheet and freezing until solid, then transferring to an airtight container.
To cook fresh gnocchi, bring a pot of water to a boil.
Add gnocchi in batches, about 12 at a time, and boil until they float.
Sauté gnocchi in olive oil or nondairy butter until crisped.
Serve immediately.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:For added flavor, sauté the gnocchi in olive oil or nondairy butter and serve with a creamy garlic and sage sauce.Wine Advice:A crisp white wine, like Sauvignon Blanc, pairs wonderfully with the light and earthy flavors of these pumpkin gnocchi.