Potato Gnocchi Sauteed with Mushrooms, Kale and Bacon Recipe Video

Use leftover, plain (no butter, milk or cream) The next time you are making mashed or baked potatoes at home, why not make a little bit extra? Use the leftover, plain (no butter, milk or cream)from Saturday night to make these light, heavenly pillows of gnocchi. If you don't want to use white wine, replace it with low sodium vegetable stock or even water. Gnocchi are also amazing with homemade tomato sauce.

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In35 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings4
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
DishMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Russet potato1 1⁄2 Pound, cooked, mashed (For the gnocchi)
 Egg1 Large (For the gnocchi)
 All purpose flour2 Cup (32 tbs) (For the gnocchi)
 Salt1 Teaspoon (For the gnocchi)
 Bacon2 Ounce, cubed (For the vegetables)
 Shallots2 Medium, peeled, finely chopped (For the vegetables)
 Garlic clove4 Medium, peeled, finely chopped (For the vegetables)
 Chili flakes1⁄2 Teaspoon (For the vegetables)
 Crimini mushrooms/Button mushrooms16 Large, quartered (For the vegetables)
 Portobello mushroom4 Large, cut into cubes (For the vegetables)
 Kale6 Ounce, stems removed, leaves chopped (For the vegetables)
 Dry white wine1 Cup (16 tbs) (such as Chardonnay)
 Olive oil1 Tablespoon
 Seasoned salt1⁄2 Teaspoon (or to taste)
 Cracked black pepper1 Teaspoon (or to taste)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 599 Calories from Fat 74

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8 g13%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g9%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 56.6 mg18.9%

Sodium 989.2 mg41.2%

Total Carbohydrates 107 g35.7%

Dietary Fiber 8.5 g34.1%

Sugars 8.4 g

Protein 25 g49.9%

Vitamin A 135.6% Vitamin C 105.9%

Calcium 17.7% Iron 42.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Slowly heat mashed potatoes in a medium saucepan.
2. When warm, mound onto a clean work surface and sprinkle with 1 cup flour and salt. Make a well in middle and add egg.
3. Using a fork, whisk egg and gradually incorporate potatoes and flour.
4. Once dough starts to come together, use hands to knead into a shaggy mass. If dough is too sticky, sprinkle over more flour, 1/4 cup at a time, until dough feels dry to the touch.
5. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and prepare an ice bath.

MAKING
6. Divide dough into 6 wedges. Roll each wedge into a 1/2 inch thick rope.
7. Using a pastry scraper or a dull knife, cut rope into 1/2 inch pieces, keeping pieces separate.
8. Drop gnocchi into boiling water, about 30 pieces at a time, and cook until they float, about 1 minute.
9. Remove gnocchi and plunge into an ice bath. Repeat with remaining gnocchi.
10. Drain gnocchi and place in a medium bowl; toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
11. Heat a large stainless steel skillet over medium high heat.
12. Add bacon, shallots garlic and chili flakes. Cook until vegetables turn translucent, about 1 minute.
13. Add mushrooms in a single layer and cook without stirring for 1 minute.
14. Toss and repeat process until mushrooms are brown, about 5 minutes.
15. Place kale on top of mushrooms; toss to coat and cook until kale turns bright green, about 3 minutes. Deglaze pan with white wine and cook until liquid is reduced by half.
16. Place vegetables in a bowl and return pan to heat.
17. Add olive oil and once hot, add gnocchi. Sauté gently until until gnocchi is heated through, about 1 to 2 minutes.

SERVING
18. Divide gnocchi among plates and top with vegetables
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