Gnocchis

5 C mashed potatoes           

 2 ½ C flour       

1 T salt      

1 egg

2 T olive oil      

Blend.    Knead until dough forms a ball. Shape small portions of the dough into long "snakes". On a floured surface, cut snakes into half-inch pieces.    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Drop gnocchi into boiling water and cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until gnocchi have risen to the top; drain and serve.  Serve with pesto sauce or tomato sauce.

Sauce for gnocchis:  tomato sauce simmered with onion, garlic, oregano, basil, olives, green pepper, salt, pepper, thyme, beef, bay leaf, mushrooms.  Eat on Christmas Eve.