GNOCCHI WITH TOMATO SAUCE

Preparation Method :

• Cook potato in pan of boiling water for 20 minutes or until soft.
• Drain potato and mash until smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Add flour, cheese, butter, salt and pepper.
• Using a flat-bladed knife, mix to a firm dough. Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth.
• Roll heaped teaspoonfuls of dough into oval shapes. Indent one side using the back of a fork.
• Cook in batches in a large pan of rapidly boiling water for 5 minutes each batch.
• Gnocchi will float when cooked. Drain well. Keep warm.
• To make Tomato Sauce: In a pan, combine tomatoes, garlic, wine, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken. Toss gnocchi through sauce.
• Serve in warmed pasta bowls. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.