Josie Collida's Gnocchi with Instant Potatoes

Transform your favorite comfort food night with *Josie Collida’s Gnocchi with Instant Potatoes*, a quick and easy recipe that reinvents traditional gnocchi-making using pantry staples. By swapping out fresh potatoes for instant mashed potato flakes, this dish slashes prep time without compromising on flavor or texture. With just five simple ingredients—instant potato flakes, flour, an egg, a pinch of salt, and boiling water—you'll have tender, pillow-like gnocchi ready in under 30 minutes. Perfectly customizable, this recipe shines when tossed in melted butter and topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a rich finishing touch. Ideal for weeknight dinners or last-minute entertaining, this beginner-friendly gnocchi recipe is a must-try for pasta lovers looking for a convenient twist on a classic Italian favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Instant mashed potato flakes
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter (optional, for serving)
• 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Pour the boiling water into a mixing bowl and stir in the instant mashed potato flakes until fully hydrated. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the flour, egg, and salt to the bowl with the mashed potatoes. Mix until a rough dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 1-2 minutes until smooth. Avoid over-kneading as the dough can become tough.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long, thin rope about 3/4 of an inch in diameter.

Step 6

Using a knife, cut each rope into 1-inch pieces to form the gnocchi. Optionally, roll the pieces over the tines of a fork to create ridges.

Step 7

Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook the gnocchi in batches, adding them to the pot carefully. They will sink to the bottom but will float to the surface when cooked, which takes about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the cooked gnocchi with a slotted spoon and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 9

If desired, melt butter in a skillet and toss the gnocchi in it before serving. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(675.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1610.7

Total Fat 50.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 328.0mg	0%
Sodium 2421.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 4.5g
Protein 56.1g	0%

Vitamin D 95.8IU	0%
Calcium 731.1mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1105.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.1%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 57.9%