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This Everyday Kitchen Item Can Help Shape Gnocchi Into Perfect Pillows By Laura Christine Allan Oct. 11, 2025 12:20 pm EST

Gnocchi is a very straightforward pasta to make by hand, often consisting of only three or four ingredients. There can be even fewer if you do a plant-based gnocchi without egg. When it comes to making gnocchi, without eggs or with them, you'll generally get a better end result if you use a fork. And no, not just for mixing the ingredients. A simple everyday dinner fork can be used to roll and shape the gnocchi with traditional ridges, and it only takes a little practice.

While the technique can feel awkward at first, getting used to it will give you the most well-shaped pillow with a very pleasant texture. After you mix, knead, roll out, a

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