Potato Gnocchi

I found this recipe years ago and am now copying it here from our family cookbook binder. Enjoy!

Potato Gnocchi

4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered              

1 egg, lightly beaten                                               

1 ½ tsp. salt, divided

1 3/4 to 2 cups flour

3 quarts water

spaghetti sauce, warmed  

Place potatoes in a sauce pan and cover with water.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.  Drain and mash.  Place 2 cups mashed potatoes in a large mixing bowl (save any remaining mashed potatoes for another use).  Stir in egg and 1 tsp. salt.  Gradually beat in flour until blended (dough will be firm and elastic).  Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 15 times.  Roll into ½ inch wide ropes.  Cut ropes into 1 inch pieces.  Press down with a lightly floured fork for decoration if desired.  In a large pan, bring water and remaining salt to a boil.  Add gnocchi in small batches; cook for 8-10 minutes or until gnocchi float to the top and are cooked through.  Remove with a slotted spoon.  Serve immediately with spaghetti sauce and parmesan cheese.