Sweet potato gnocchi

Serves 8

Tip: Baking sweet potatoes will bring out their natural sweetness, but you can microwave or boil them if you're in a hurry.

1. Place 3 medium mashed sweet potatoes in a bowl.
2. Add 3/4 cup all-purpose flour.
3. Add 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour.
4. Add 1 egg.
5. Add 2 tablespoons shredded Gruyere cheese.
6. Add 1 teaspoon salt.
7. Add 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
8. Knead dough until smooth.
9. Boil water in large saucepan.
10. Roll dough into ropes.
11. Cut dough into 1-inch thick pieces.
12. Place pieces into boiling water.
13. Cook for 2 to 4 minutes until gnocchi float.
14. Stir occasionally to prevent dough pieces from sticking together.
15. Strain gnocchi.
16. Add 2 teaspoons olive oil.
17. Saute until gnocchi turns light brown color.

Created by the executive wellness chef and registered dietitians at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.