Step by step

Method

5 steps

1. 1

   In a bowl, place the ricotta, grated cheese, egg, and salt; Add 1 cup of the flour and mix.

2. 2

   Add only as much more flour as you need to create a workable dough. Be careful not to overwork, stirring so nothing sticks.

3. 3

   Divide the dough into fist size pieces, and roll into long logs as thick as your thumb; Cut into 1 inch slices and gently place on a lightly floured baking sheet. Continue with the rest of the dough in this manner; If not using immediately, place in the refrigerator.

4. 4

   To prepare the sauce, heat the oil in a sauce pan and add the garlic cooking only until fragrant - Do not brown; Add the tomatoes, basil, and seasonings and bring to a boil; Turn down to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   To cook the gnocchi, drop into lightly salted water and remove as soon as they float to the top, after 1 or 2 minutes. Place in a warmed bowl, top with some of the tomato sauce and the mozzarella cubes and gently mix; Serve with additional sauce if desired.