GNOCCHI IN LIGHT TOMATO SAUCE

Steps:

• Prepare the sauce:.
• Saute onion and garlic in olive oil a few minutes.
• Add remaining ingredients except basil and simmer about 1 hour.
• Add basil just before serving.
• Now the Gnocchi:.
• Wash potatoes in skin and boil 10-20 minutes (depends how big they are) in large pot until done (like mashed potatoes).
• Drain and let cool a little.
• Remove peels and mash.
• Stir in flour, butter, salt and egg making a stiff dough.
• Transfer to floured surface and knead a couple minutes until smooth.
• Roll dough into 3/4 inch pieces and cut into 1 inch pieces.
• Push each gently with fork prongs (helps hold the sauce).
• Drop into salted boiling water.
• Cook until they float.
• Drain.
• Transfer to serving dish.
• Sprinkle with cheese.
• Don't forget the basil.
• Top with sauce.