Homemade Gnocchi with Truffle Cream Sauce

A true festive dish where homemade, soft gnocchi is coated in a luxurious creamy truffle sauce. The strong aroma of truffle demands simple accompaniments: potato, cream, and butter are soft enough to let the main character shine. If you really want to impress someone, this recipe is the perfect choice.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 840 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Potato ricer
  • Pot
  • Skillet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1

Boil potatoes in skin, peel, mash, cool. Knead with flour, yolk, salt. (See 'Creamy Ham Gnocchi' for details).

Tip: Potatoes must be completely cold before adding flour.
2

Shape gnocchi and boil in salted water.

Tip: Done when they float to surface.
3

Meanwhile melt butter in skillet, add cream, reduce slightly. Remove from heat, stir in truffle oil, grated truffle, and parmesan.

Tip: Truffle aroma is heat sensitive, don't cook too long!
4

Toss cooked gnocchi in sauce, sprinkle with parsley.

Tip: Serve immediately.

Recipe FAQ

How long does raw gnocchi keep?
Floured on a tray for 1-2 hours. If cooking later, freeze it!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Potatoes (starchy)
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 2 tbsp Truffle Oil
  • 2 tsp Truffle (or paste)
  • 1 tsp Butter
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley
  • 1 pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper