Sweet Potato Gnocchi - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups all-purpose flour

Preparation

In large saucepan, cook sweet potatoes, covered, in enough boiling salted water to cover for 25-35 minutes (until tender).
Drain well; return to same pan. Over low heat, mash potatoes until smooth allowing any extra moisture to evaporate.
Transfer potatoes to a large bowl. Stir in ricotta cheese, salt, nutmeg, and 1.5 cups of flour.
On a well-floured surface, knead in the remaining .5 cup flour, kneading for 2-3 minutes or until a soft dough ball is formed.
Divide into 8 pieces and roll each piece into a 12\" long log (1\" in diameter).
Cut into 1\" pieces & w/ a floured finger, make a dimple in the center of each piece.
Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook gnocchi, in small batches for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to surface of water (Careful not to overcook).
Remove w/ skimmer or slotted spoon & drain on paper towels or tea towel.
Cover to warm while making rest of gnocchi.