Gnocchi without watercress cremini

2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic , minced 1 (32 ounce) can plum tomatoes 1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 teaspoon fresh basil , to taste 1 (6 ounce) can[...]

2 lbs potato gnocchi 1 lb cottage cheese 1 lb bacon salt (optional) fresh ground black pepper (optional) 1 Prepare the gnocchi, according to package[...]

2 lbs russet potatoes 1 egg , beaten 4 ounces flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 Bake potatoes in the microwave for 10 minutes followed by 15-20 minutes in 450 F oven[...]